
Set against the backdrop of the American immigration system, Green tells the poignant story of Akos, a Ghanaian immigrant navigating the trials of legality, family, and sacrifice in pursuit of a better life. As she fights to secure legal residency, the film delves into themes of resilience, betrayal, and the indomitable human spirit.
Synopsis
Meet the Crew
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Roger Yawson
Writer & Director
Roger Yawson is a writer and an actor. Born in Vicenza Italy to Ghanaian parents. Roger moved to Ghana at age 7 before relocating to the US at age 15. Roger brings to this film over 10 years of experience as an actor, writer and filmmaker.
Key Awards/Credits:
Special Jury Award (Walls 2024) - World Fest Houston - Won
Best Short Film - Toronto Int. Nollywood Film Fest - Nominated
Best Actor - Toronto Int. Nollywood Film Fest - Won
Best Short Film (A Perfect Family 2025) - TINFF - Nominated
With Ghanaian heritage, his aim is to highlight African voices in film with excellence!
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Mena Guy
Co-Director
Mena Guy is a Filipina American award-winning filmmaker skilled in directing, producing, cinematography, and editing, based in New York. She is passionate about producing projects that explore the depth and complexity of the human experience, focusing on emotionally driven narratives that connect with audiences on a personal level.
Key Awards/ Credits:
Collaborated with renowned brands such as Loudwire Magazine, XXL magazine, Viacom and others.
Directed and produced the feature film The Undead with Bourke Floyd
As an Asian female filmmaker, Mena aims to give minorities and women a voice through visual storytelling, emphasizing authentic representation and emotional resonance.
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Ketak Dhiman
Director of Photography
Ketak Dhiman, an experienced Indian American cinematographer, is based in both NYC and India allowing him to work on projects across the globe. He is Punjabi and immigrated to the US as a teenager. With a remarkable 12 years of experience in various genres, Ketak has honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of visual storytelling.
Key Awards/Credits:
Indie Film Awards - Best Cinematography - Won
10 feature films, documentary features
Over 30 shorts and numerous music videos.
As an Indian American, Ketak has honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of visual storytelling
Meet the Cast
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Make a Donation
Your contribution will greatly help for expenses from Pre Production to Post Production. We really want to take care of our people. From cast to crew / equipment and it isn't cheap. We need housing, travel and food. We're shooting on a Red camera. Our goal is to express this heartfelt journey of this immigrant woman in a beautiful cinematic way. We want to give a quality product, it's costly and this why we need your help and asking this much.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@green-movie.com