Actress Beverly Afaglo is of the belief that the practice of categorising actors into groups such as A-list and C-list should not be viewed negatively, arguing that it has always been part of the global movie industry and gives every actor room to grow.
In an interview with Graphic Showbiz, Beverly said the classification system is not an insult but part of how the business works.
She explained that the model was inherited from Hollywood and continues to serve a purpose in the movie world.
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“We didn’t start making movies; we learned from Hollywood, and classifying actors has always been part of the industry. Every actor has the chance to grow with time. A C-list actor today can move to A-list status if given the opportunity to shine in a successful production,” she said.
According to Beverly, the system helps to distinguish between actors who are not only popular but also recognised for their talent, professionalism, and marketability.
“Yes, it makes sense because there are celebrities and there are popular people. Popularity alone doesn’t make you celebrated. Classifications often depend on how talented, marketable, loved and professional an actor is. That’s why there will always be A-list actors,” she noted.
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Beverly also touched on the struggles of Ghana’s movie industry. She noted that a lack of funding, weak cinema culture, and limited audience support remain challenges that hold the industry back.
“I think we are still facing the same problems. Cinema culture is poor and getting worse. Ghanaians don’t fully support our craft. Even when cinemas are filled at a premiere, it’s often because huge sums have been spent on marketing. And at the end, you split profits 50/50 with Silverbird because there aren’t many good cinema options. It’s sad,” she lamented.
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