IShowSpeed partners Obamas to bring Ghana history documentary to cinemas on October 28

Streaming sensation IShowSpeed, real name Darren Watkins Jr., has teamed up with Breakwater Studios and Higher Ground Productions to screen a unique documentary titled "The Eyes of Ghana" in cinemas across the United States on October 28, 2026. The film, directed by Academy Award winner Ben Proudfoot, delves into the preservation of Ghana's cinematic history, focusing on the work of 93-year-old cinematographer Chris Hesse.

Hesse, who served as personal cameraman to Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, raced against time and declining eyesight to safeguard over 1,000 reels of historical footage that documented Ghana's independence era and the broader African liberation movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

Hesse secretly transferred the negatives to London after the 1966 coup, which ousted Nkrumah, ensuring the survival of these invaluable images. IShowSpeed's involvement in the project stems from a 2026 visit to Ghana that deepened his connection to the nation and its people. In a statement, he expressed his honor in sharing Hesse's story with a broader audience and the strengthened appreciation for Ghana's history and the necessity of its preservation for future generations.

The documentary has already made a significant impact, premiering at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and winning the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature at the Hamptons International Film Festival. Scheduled screenings in Ghana and the United Kingdom are yet to be announced. For further information on ticket purchases and participating cinemas, visitors can visit The Eyes of Ghana's official website.