Disney+ has launched the official Iwájú pictures for its latest coming-of-age animated sequence. The present is scheduled to make its U.S. debut on February 28, 2024.
The sequence may also debut with a documentary particular titled Iwájú: A Day Forward, releasing on the identical day because the present. It the story of the founders of the Pan-African leisure firm Kugali, who made their dream a actuality creating an unique animation sequence with Walt Disney Animation Studios.
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BEST FRIENDS — In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Walt Disney Animation Studios groups up with Pan-African leisure firm Kugali for “Iwájú”—an unique animated sequence set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria. This thrilling coming-of-age story follows Tola (voice of Simisola Gbadamosi) and her greatest good friend Kole (voice of Siji Soetan). Kugali filmmakers Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, Hamid Ibrahim and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku take viewers on a singular journey into the world of “Iwájú,” bursting with distinctive visible parts and technological developments impressed by the spirit of Lagos. Produced by Disney Animation’s Christina Chen, and written by Adeola and Halima Hudson, “Iwájú” streams completely on Disney+ Feb. 28, 2024, in a six-episode occasion. © 2024 Disney. All Rights Reserved. -
MEET TOLA – Set in futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, “Iwájú” is a coming-of-age story from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pan-African leisure firm Kugali. Tola (voice of Simisola Gbadamosi) is a curious and opinionated lady who’s desirous to be taught extra in regards to the world round her. Kugali filmmakers Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, Hamid Ibrahim and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku take viewers on a singular journey into the world of “Iwájú,” bursting with distinctive visible parts and technological developments impressed by the spirit of Lagos. Produced by Disney Animation’s Christina Chen, and written by Adeola and Halima Hudson, “Iwájú” streams completely on Disney+ Feb. 28, 2024, in a six-episode occasion. © 2024 Disney. All Rights Reserved. -
MEET OTIN — “Iwájú,” an unique animated sequence set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria—a world bursting with distinctive visible parts and technological developments impressed by the spirit of Lagos. Amongst them is Otin (voice of Weruche Opia), a high-tech robotic pet lizard with highly effective capabilities. Kugali filmmakers—together with director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, manufacturing designer Hamid Ibrahim and cultural marketing consultant Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku—take viewers on a singular journey on this six-episode occasion. Produced by Disney Animation’s Christina Chen, and written by Adeola and Halima Hudson, “Iwájú” streams completely on Disney+ Feb. 28, 2024. © 2024 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
What’s Iwájú about?
“Set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, the thrilling coming-of-age story follows Tola, a younger lady from the rich island, and her greatest good friend, Kole, a self-taught tech knowledgeable, as they uncover the secrets and techniques and risks hidden of their totally different worlds,” reads the logline.
Iwájú hails from director Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, who co-wrote the screenplay with Halima Hudson. The 6-part sequence options the voices of Simisola Gbadamosi, Dayo Okeniyi, Femi Department, Siji Soetan, and Weruche Opia. It’s produced by Christina Chen, with Hamid Ibrahim and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku serving because the manufacturing designer and cultural marketing consultant, respectively.
“Crafting the narrative of Iwájú has been a journey of artistic alchemy, mixing the wealthy cultural tapestry of Lagos with imaginative leaps into the longer term,” Adeola stated in an announcement. “Collaborating with my Kugali co-founders and the visionary artists at Walt Disney Animation Studios has been nothing wanting magical. The heartbeat of my hometown resonates by each scene, and I’m thrilled for the world to expertise this distinctive fusion of custom and futurism.”
