Jafaican Film by Fredi Nwaka

“Jafaican” is a 2025 British crime-comedy film directed by Fredi Nwaka and starring Peter Andre. It tells the story of a man who impersonates a Jamaican gangster to pull off a scam. The film has generated controversy due to its portrayal of Jamaican culture and the use of a fake Jamaican accent by Peter Andre.

Key points about the film and the controversy:

Plot:The film follows Gazza, a small-time crook who needs £35,000 for his grandmother’s care. He overhears a tip about a man inheriting a fortune in Jamaica and decides to impersonate a notorious gangster to claim the money.
Peter Andre’s Role:Peter Andre plays Gazza, who adopts a Jamaican accent and wears dreadlocks for the role.
Cultural Appropriation Controversy:The film has been criticized for cultural appropriation, with many viewers finding the portrayal of Jamaican culture offensive and stereotypical.
Open Letter:Caribbean creatives wrote an open letter to the director, Fredi Nwaka, calling the film “tone-deaf” and “culturally violent”.
Response to Criticism:Peter Andre has defended his role, stating that the film was a three-year process with Jamaican writers and a mostly Jamaican production team, and that they received approval from Jamaican figures like Oliver Samuels.
Release and Availability:The film was released in Odeon cinemas in the UK and Ireland on May 20th and was also available on Vimeo on Demand for a limited time.

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