African Video Movies and Global Desires is the first full-length scholarly study of Ghana's commercial video industry, an industry that has produced thousands of movies over the last twenty years and has grown into an influential source of cultural production.
Exploring the concept of a post-petroleum world, this book highlights African perspectives on energy transitions and critiques the reliance on fossil fuels. It brings together energy humanists who aim to envision a sustainable future through film and media, emphasizing the importance of equitable energy solutions. By focusing on African narratives, the work seeks to challenge conventional energy discourses and foster a deeper understanding of energy's impact on society and the environment.