Life and Living It
Life and Living It is a 2004 Ghanaian drama film written, produced, and directed by Shirley Frimpong-Manso, marking her debut feature. The film follows the lives of four thirty-something male friends—a musician, dancer, doctor, and advertising executive—as they grapple with adulthood, relationships, and societal expectations.[1][2]
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| Directed by | Shirley Frimpong-Manso |
| Produced by | Sparrow Productions |
| Written by | Shirley Frimpong-Manso |
| Starring | Brew Riverson Jr., Adjetey Anang, Chris Attoh, Nana Kwame Osei-Sarpong |
| Cinematography | John Passah |
| Edited by | Shirley Frimpong-Manso |
Production company | Sparrow Productions |
Release date | 2004 |
| Country | Ghana |
| Language | English |
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Plot
The narrative centers on the varied life experiences and challenges of four close friends. Through their individual journeys, the story explores themes of friendship, ambition, love, imperfection, and the pressures of modern living.[3]
Production and release
Produced under the banner of Sparrow Productions, Life and Living It was first screened at the National Theatre in Accra. Frimpong-Manso initially doubted whether local audiences would attend screenings in cinemas, but the film resonated strongly with viewers, leading to a successful run of screenings.[4]
Themes and influence
Though the film’s protagonists are male, Life and Living It served as a turning point for Shirley Frimpong-Manso. Following its release, she resolved to shift focus toward strong female protagonists—leading to later works like Scorned with central female perspectives, motivated by a desire to challenge the passive portrayals of African women prevalent in cinema.[5]
Legacy
As Frimpong-Manso's first feature, this film established her as a prominent new voice in Ghanaian cinema, laying the groundwork for her distinctive storytelling style, emphasis on high production quality, and her future "fierce female lead" narratives.[6]
References
- ↑ "Life and Living It". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Life and Living It (2004)". IMDb. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Life and Living It Review". Talk African Movies. 13 September 2013. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Life and Living It (2004)". IMDb. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Life and Living It Review". Talk African Movies. 13 September 2013. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
- ↑ "Life and Living It Review". Talk African Movies. 13 September 2013. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
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