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Brighton, CO

Supporting the completion of an animated film that reflects African narratives and cultural themes.

• Mission: Supporting the completion of “The Passport of Mallam Ilia,” an animated film that brings African narratives and cultural themes to a global audience.  
• Innovation: Adapting the beloved novel by Cyprian Ekwensi into an animated film, blending traditional African storytelling with modern animation techniques.  
• Cultural Impact: Fosters a deeper understanding of African culture and narratives while contributing to the growth of the animation industry on the continent.  
• Leadership: Led by a team with international recognition, including members from the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, ensuring high-quality production.  
• Global Appeal: Positioned to resonate with both local and global audiences, drawing parallels to successful films like “The Lion King” and “Black Panther.”  
• Strategic Vision: Aims to create opportunities for future African storytellers and expand the representation of African culture in global media.

The fundraising initiative aims to support the completion of “The Passport of Mallam Ilia,” an animated film based on a beloved novel by the renowned African author Cyprian Ekwensi. This project, spearheaded by Magic Carpet Studios, seeks to bring a culturally rich and impactful story to a wider audience, reflecting on themes of love, adventure, and the human experience against the backdrop of colonialism and societal challenges.

With a strong creative team that includes members recognized by the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the film is positioned to resonate with both local and global audiences, similar to successful titles like “The Lion King” and “Black Panther.” The funds raised will facilitate the final stages of production, ensuring that the animation is completed and that the film reaches its potential in theaters and streaming platforms.

This initiative not only aims to entertain but also aspires to foster a deeper understanding of African narratives, contributing to the growth of the animation industry on the continent and creating opportunities for future storytellers.

Company Info

Magic Carpet Studio specializes in adapting African stories into animated films.

Magic Carpet Studio is a creative production company that focuses on bringing African stories to a global audience through various forms of media, particularly animation. The studio is known for its adaptation of Cyprian Ekwensi’s work, “The Passport of Mallam Ilia,” which highlights the journey of its titular character. The team comprises experienced professionals in various roles, including leadership in art direction, story development, finance, and marketing. By engaging with both traditional narratives and modern storytelling techniques, Magic Carpet Studio aims to contribute to the representation of African culture in contemporary media.