Nigerian filmmaker, Lancelot Imasuen, says people described him as the most consistent filmmaker in Nigeria because of his 26 years span as a filmmaker.
Imasuen stated this while stating some of his most outstanding successes as a filmmaker in an interview with Punch.
He said “They are quite a lot. I was the first Nigerian/African film-maker to make a part one to five movie which was titled ‘Isakaba.’ The success of the first part gave birth to the production of the next part and so on. I was also the first Nigerian film-maker to book a place on Cable News Network for an interview in 2009 as a result of my work.
“In 2006, I am also sure that I was the first Nigerian film-maker to get an invitation by a Hollywood producer to direct a Nigerian film to be entirely shot on location in Hollywood. The movie was titled ‘Close Enemies.’ I went there with two seasoned actors, Zack Orji and Kate Henshaw. People describe me as the most consistent film-maker because I have had a 26 years span as a film-maker.
“Over the years, I have churned out successful movies in terms of numbers. I have over 300 titles as a movie director. I am the first Nigerian film-maker to have shot in practically every area in the world except Asia. At a time, my friends said that I was the most travelled Nigerian film-maker. In addition, I was among the first to expose Nollywood to major countries in the world. Generally speaking, I would say I have done quite well, blazed the trail, and produced blockbuster films.”
Speaking about his journey in the Nigerian Film Industry, Imasuen continued “It has been exciting, challenging, and conquering judging from the kind of environment I find myself. The environment is not friendly if you are not from a certain background. I went through a lot of hard times when I first got to Lagos State and decided to join the industry.
“Getting funds has also been very difficult, including security because of touts here and there. These issues do not make the business to flow the way it should but we thank God for where we are today.”
