The movie “Freetown” (2015), an action and drama film, narrates the intense journey of Liberian missionaries trying to escape their war-ridden country. The movie was directed by Garrett Batty, written by Melissa Leilani Larson and Garrett Batty, and starred actors such as Henry Adofo, Michael Attram, and Alphonse Menyo. This article will give an overview of the locations where the movie was filmed and reveal some interesting, behind-the-scenes facts and trivia.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting of the movie “Freetown” primarily took place in Accra, the bustling capital city of Ghana. Unfortunately, specific filming dates for this 2015 film aren’t available. Exploring the filming location will take you on a ride through the busy streets and impressive landscapes of Accra.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Henry Adofo | Abubakar |
| Michael Attram | Menti |
| Alphonse Menyo | Meyers |
| Phillip Adekunle Michael | Gaye |
| Clement Amegayie | Nyanforh |
| Bright Dodoo | Selli |
| Great Ejiro | Forkpah |
| Nuong Faalong | Akatika |
| Bill Myers | Ansa |
| Godwin Namboh | Momulu |
| Stacy Afful | Mrs. Thomas |
| Robert Conder | President Cunningham |
| Gift Ayee | Extra |
Trivia and Facts
- In real life, the missionaries had to cross approximately 50 rebel checkpoints, exposing the cruel reality of their journey.
- A noticeable movie goof: apart from Aboubakar’s car and some of the rebels’ cars, other cars in the movie had Ghanaian License numbers, most of which were post-1989.
- Quotes that stand out include Menti’s saying, “The war came at a personal cost to some, if not all of us,” encapsulating the core plot of the film.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Accra, Ghana
- Latitude: 5.559284600000001
- Longitude: -0.1974306
- Place ID: ChIJc6e3soSQ3w8R0y0OZdhO0b4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Accra, Ghana
- Timezone: Africa/Accra
