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African Filmmaker C.J. Obasi Bridges Cultures in Seoul Residency
12 May
Summary
- African-Korean filmmaker residency program launched in Seoul.
- Director C.J. Obasi is the first fellow for script development.
- Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary executive produce new feature.
Flix Oven, a Seoul-based company, has initiated an African-Korean filmmaker residency program. The initiative aims to foster collaboration and script development between African filmmakers and Korea.
Acclaimed director C.J. Obasi, known for the Sundance premiere "Mami Wata," has been named the inaugural fellow. He will undertake a month-long residency in Seoul to work on a new feature film. This project is envisioned to bridge African and Korean cultures, with a theatrical release planned.
Morgan Freeman and Lori McCreary will provide executive production support through their Revelations Entertainment banner. "Mami Wata" previously earned an Independent Spirit Award nomination and represented Nigeria at the Academy Awards.
Flix Oven continues to expand its international presence, recently signing an MOU with Mediawan's Ego Productions and announcing an Indian co-production, "Amor."
