The English Teacher

Ghanaian-born Mr. Frimpong’s credibility to teach English is challenged by Taranjit, presenting a lesson for both teacher and student.

Directed by Jeremy James Fokuoh

Jeremy James Fokuoh is a filmmaker and editor from Toronto, Ontario. Born in North York, Fokuoh grew up doing a lot of observing in his community. Raised by immigrant parents of Ghanaian descent, he was encouraged to turn his observations into storytelling. Combining storytelling with his love for visuals and detail, Fokuoh realized that visual storytelling was his calling. His unique view on everyday life and interactions are a key element in what he offers to the development and creation of a film. In three years, Fokuoh has directed three documentaries and two short films. He has also edited visual content for the National Basketball League of Canada, which he currently works for as an editor and producer. Fokuoh has always believed in respect and empathy and applies that philosophy to his work and co-workers. He graduated from St. Clair College with a diploma in Journalism and a graduate certificate in Media Convergence. He later graduated from Fanshawe College with a graduate certificate in Advanced Filmmaking.

CREDITS

  • Cast – Emmanuel Smith, Amarjeet Singh Labana, and Cecilia Yamoah
  • Director – Jeremy James Fokuoh
  • Writers – Jaskaran Gill and Whitney Smith
  • Producer – Jaskaran Gill
  • Director of Photography – Vanesa Chow
  • Editors – Jeremy James Fokuoh and Vanesa Chow
  • Assistant Director – Olivia Dendy
  • Assistant Camera – Anne Vo
  • Hair & Make-up – Rathai Siva and John Farquhar
  • Gaffer – Lester Millado
  • Grip – Eugene Sean Aleta and Satrio Prahasto
  • Set Design – Queeny Kuffour
  • Sound Recordist – Arhminder Kheva and Henry Korhonen
  • Post Production Sound – Chris Davies

FESTIVALS

  • Black Star International Film Festival (2021)
  • Ananse Cinema International Film Festival (2021)
  • Montreal International Black Film Festival (2021)
  • Vancouver International Black Film Festival (2021)
  • Canada Shorts (2021) – Award of Distinction
  • BIPOC Film Festival (2021)
  • Toronto Black Film Festival (2022)
  • Halifax Black Film Festival (2022)
  • Emerging Lens Cultural Film Festival (2022)
  • International Black & Diversity Film Festival (2022) – Best Short Film North America (Drama/Action)
  • Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (2022) – Best Short Drama Canada
  • Toronto Youth Shorts (2022) – Cultural Relevency Award
  • Canadian Film Festival (2023)
  • International Migration & Enviromental Film Festival (2023) – Honourable Mention