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Meet the Ghanaian filmmaker directing an episode of Shogun

Season 1 Episode 8 of arguably the world’s most watched American historical drama television series currently, Shogun is directed by a Ghanaian filmmaker, Emmanuel Osei Kuffor.
Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogu
Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogu

Scheduled to air on April 9, 2024, this episode marks a significant milestone in the series' ongoing success.

Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour Jr., a Ghanaian-American writer/director, brings a wealth of experience to the project.

Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogun'

Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogun'

Having spent nearly a decade in Japan, Osei-Kuffour Jr. offers a unique perspective and deep understanding of Japanese culture and history.

His feature debut, "Black Box," received critical acclaim as part of the "Welcome to the Blumhouse" collection, establishing him as a talented storyteller in the sci-fi thriller genre.

Shōgun is an American historical drama television miniseries created by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks.

Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogun'

Ghanaian Filmmaker Emmanuel Osei Kuffor to Direct Episode 8 of Hit Series 'Shogun'

It is based on the 1975 novel of the same name by James Clavell, which was previously adapted into a 1980 miniseries.

The series premiered with its first two episodes on February 27, 2024, on Hulu and FX, with new episodes of the 10-episode series then released weekly.

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