Nathan reviews and speaks to the creators of the new Disney+ series Iwájú , written and directed by Olufikayo Ziki Adeola.
0:00 Iwájú (Review)
00:33 Spoiler-Free Logline / Trailer
01:06 Kagali Media
01:48 Intveriew Snippet
04:36 Analysis
05:48 Rating
#Iwájú #DisneyPlus #disneyanimation
Spoiler-Free Summary (Logline):
Iwájú" unfolds in a future Lagos, Nigeria, telling the compelling story of Tola, a girl from a wealthy island, and Kole, a self-taught tech genius from the mainland. As their friendship deepens, they uncover hidden secrets and dangers within their contrasting worlds. This series, a pioneering collaboration between Walt Disney Animation Studios and Kugali Media, showcases a vibrant fusion of African culture and futuristic innovation, inviting audiences on a journey through tradition, technology, and the quest for equality.
1 "Dumpster fire.”
- A waste of time that might make you so depressed you don't want to talk to anyone.
2 "Drunk Watch."
- A film only suitable for inebriated viewing with friends.
3 "Hate Watch."
- A film that annoys you so much you must complain on a group chat to friends.
4 "Couch Co-op."
- A film that's perfect for a casual lazy night on the couch with your best friend.
5 "Game Night."
- A film that's perfect for a fun night in with a group of friends if you have other activities planned.
6 "Date Night."
- A film that won’t ruin a special evening with your significant other but you won’t revisit.
7 "Dinner Party."
- A film worth watching and dissecting with friends at home over good food and good wine.
8 "Road Trip."
- A film that's so good that it's worth a road trip with friends to the theaters to enjoy.
9 "Movie Marathon."
- A film that's so exceptional friends will theater-hop with you to see it multiple times.
10 "Theater Rental."
- Invite the neighborhood! A film that transcends its medium and becomes a must-see event.
Cast & Crew
*Cast:*
* Tola Martins played by Simisola Gbadamosi (See-mee-soh-lah Gbah-dah-moh-see)
* Tunde Martins played by Dayo Okeniyi (Dah-yo Oh-keh-nee-yee)
* Bode DeSousa played by Femi Branch (Feh-mee Branch)
* Kole Adesola played by Siji Soetan (See-jee Soh-eh-tahn)
* Otin (robotic lizard) played by Weruche Opia (Weh-roo-cheh Oh-pee-ah)
*Crew:*
* Director/Screenwriter:
* Olufikayo Ziki Adeola (Oh-loo-fee-kah-yo Zee-kee Ah-deh-oh-lah)
* Production Designer:
* Hamid Ibrahim (Hah-meed Ee-brah-heem)
* Cultural Consultant:
* Tolu Olowofoyeku (Toh-loo Oh-low-foh-yeh-koo)
* Producer:
* Christina Chen ( Kris-tee-nah Chen)
* Screenwriter:
* Halima Hudson (Ha-lee-mah Hud-son)
* Visual Effects Supervisor:
* Marlon West (Mar-lon West)
* Music:
* Ré Olunuga (Ray Oh-loo-noo-gah)
31 май 2024
