Idris Elba Plans Move to Africa to Boost Film Industry.
Idris Elba, the renowned British actor, has revealed his intention to relocate to Africa within the next decade to bolster the continent's film industry. In a recent interview with the BBC, the star of The Wire expressed his commitment to establishing film studios in both Zanzibar, Tanzania, and Accra, Ghana. Elba, whose roots trace back to Ghana and Sierra Leone, emphasized the importance of Africans telling their own stories through film. During the discussion at a cinema industry meeting in Accra, Elba stated, "I think [I’ll move] in the next five, 10 years, God willing. I need to be in-country, on the continent." He aims to contribute significantly to the film sector, stating that it is vital for Africans to be actively involved in every aspect of filmmaking, including production, financing, and distribution. Elba's vision aligns with a broader goal […]