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In Conversation with the filmmakers behind 'Ampe: Leap into the Sky'

Updated: Nov 26, 2023

Did you know that the West African game, known as ampe in Ghana, is more than 200 years old and is recognised as a sport in Ghana?

Ife Oluwamuyide and Claudia Owusu. Image © Amber Marolyn
Ife Oluwamuyide and Claudia Owusu. Image © Amber Marolyn

We spoke to two filmmakers - Claudia Owusu and Ife Oluwamuyide - whose film 'Ampe: Leap into the Sky' explores themes around girlhood, womanhood and the power of play.


Find out more in the interview.

Watch some ampe experts in action on our Instagram page and our interview with Flatpack Festival programmer Philipps Zawe. Click here for more.


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