Overview

• The documentary 'Madu' follows the journey of Nigerian teenager Anthony Madu, who gained viral fame in 2020 for a video of him dancing ballet in the rain.
• Madu leaves his home in Lagos, Nigeria, to study at the prestigious Elmhurst Ballet School in England, a journey that is filled with extraordinary obstacles and unexpected challenges.
• The film is directed by Oscar-winners Matt Ogens and Joel ‘Kachi Benson and will premiere at the opening night of the Santa Barbara Film Festival on Feb. 7, before being released on Disney+ on March 29.
• The documentary is produced by Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill, and Rachel Halilej of Hunting Lane Films.
• Anthony Madu's story has caught the attention of several stars, including Viola Davis, who reposted his viral video.