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If you have forgotten him, then it’s time to remember because Disney will soon remind the world about him. He is no one but Anthony Madu, the Leap of Dance Academy young ballet dancer. The young Nigerian stole the hearts of people around the world after a video of him dancing in the rain went viral. Yes, that’s him. What a fantastic talent!
A video of 11-year-old Anthony Madu of Nigeria dancing barefoot in the rain caught the attention of American Ballet Theatre in New York, which offered him a scholarship! pic.twitter.com/GJJcDBxgYQ
— TODAY (@TODAYshow) August 12, 2020
Disney Original Documentary announced the making of a documentary on Anthony Madu. According to Deadline, “It will follow a remarkable course of events that began in 2020 when Anthony’s ballet teacher posted 44 seconds of him performing graceful pirouettes and leaps in that unexpected setting.”
The documentary is titled “Madu.” The documentary will have a festival run before a limited theatrical release.
The synopsis reads:
"Having grown up in an isolated community outside of Lagos and with almost no formal training, audiences will get a close look at Anthony’s journey after being awarded a scholarship to Elmhurst Ballet School, one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the United Kingdom. Anthony comes from a community with limited opportunities, making this a chance of a lifetime to pursue his dream… By immersing the audience in Lagos’s culture and fascinating surroundings, Ogens and Benson use their unique perspectives to bring the film to life in the true spirit of Nigeria and its people. Featuring intimate vérité and stunning visuals, the film will immerse audiences into the characters’ worlds and examine their journeys in profoundly inspiring ways."
Produced by Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill and Rachel Halilej of Hunting Lane Films, “Madu” is directed by Matt Ogens and Kachi Benson. The project is supervised by Marjon Javadi for Disney Original Documentary.
The various highlights from their presentation at Disney’s D23 expo in Anaheim, California are as follows:
Just announced: Madu — a documentary from Award-winning filmmakers Matt Ogens and Kachi Benson follow the journey of a Nigerian ballet dancer, Anthony Madu, as he leaves his community in Lagos to pursue a ballet career in a new country halfway across the world 🎥 pic.twitter.com/SC513AaVOc
— Disney Original Documentary (@DisneyOrigDocs) September 9, 2022
A sneak peek 👀 at the trailer for #Madu! #D23Expo pic.twitter.com/l7GjRLIBuC
— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) September 11, 2022
Source: bellanaija.com
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