AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL NEW ZEALAND

Synopsis

The growth of the animation industry for young people is currently blossoming in Africa, giving the rest of the world a much-needed view into the lives of African youth, and an insight into the commonalities of youth everywhere. In this animated adventure, four dynamic17 year old Cameroonians who have grown up together are admitted to the brand-new Scientific University of the Sahel in the north of their country. Just after their arrival one of the staff goes missing, followed shortly by another. The four friends decide to investigate. This leads them to the heart of Waza National Park where they are instrumental in the resolution of the mystery and the discovery of archeological riches. The film has been featured at various festivals in the US and Canada, as well as Africa, and has been praised for its visual storytelling.

Awards: LFC Awards (Best Film, Best Director, Best Editing & Best Screenplay) in Douala, Cameroon,  The 7even Award for BEst Animated Film in Douala, Cameroon,  The BEst Animation Award at the Luanda PAFF in Luanda, Angola,  The Special Jury Award at Africlap Festival in Toulouse, France;  The Innovation Dikalo Awards et The PAnafrican Film Festival in Cannes, France;  3 Awards at Mboa Drawing Awards (Best Animator, Best Background Artist and Best Voice Actor) in Yaounde, Cameroon