Madu

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Madu

2024

1h 40m

Documentary

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"Madu" follows 12-year-old Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study at one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in England. Having never left his home outside of Lagos, Anthony finds himself thrust into a new world where his wildest dreams are suddenly within reach. His courageous journey is a story of extraordinary obstacles as he searches for belonging and acceptance, a family far away, and unexpected challenges that could impact his future. Forming a rich and immersive tapestry told on multiple continents, MADU introduces the world to a boy chasing a dream of inspiration that will resonate with us all.

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Nell Minow

RogerEbert.com

Mar 29, 2024

3/4

Given the complexity and near-fairy tale improbability of his real-life story, it is not surprising that Anthony is comfortable taking a break from plot to revel in the pure abstraction of movement.

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Rachel Wagner

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Apr 7, 2025

Provides some surprises that only real-life could give

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Peter Martin

EverythingButHorror.com

Apr 15, 2024

Madu may not be riveting television, lacking extreme dramatic or incredible fantasy, yet it's a good watch, a human story, which rewards viewing and provides insight on a subject I knew very little about.

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Johnny Loftus

Decider

Apr 5, 2024

Madu tells the story of Anthony’s unlikely journey... with respect for its subject and sensitivity to what he has experienced. But it’s heartening message of believing in and working toward one’s dreams is entirely universal.

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Jennifer Green

Common Sense Media

Apr 5, 2024

Anyone interested in dance, or who has been, had, or even known a child with an exceptional talent, will connect with Madu.

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Dave Golder

Radio Times

Apr 4, 2024

3/5

A sumptuous-looking film which evocatively captures Madu's passion in both solo and ensemble dance sequences.

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@RT79301828 Mar 31, 2024

Simply inspirational!!!

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Matthew Ogens

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Joel Kachi Benson

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Jamie Patricof

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Katie McNeill

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Rachel Halilej

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"Madu" follows 12-year-old Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study at one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in England. Having never left his home outside of Lagos, Anthony finds himself thrust into a new world where his wildest dreams are suddenly within reach. His courageous journey is a story of extraordinary obstacles as he searches for belonging and acceptance, a family far away, and unexpected challenges that could impact his future. Forming a rich and immersive tapestry told on multiple continents, MADU introduces the world to a boy chasing a dream of inspiration that will resonate with us all.

Director: Matthew Ogens, Joel Kachi Benson
Producer: Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill, Rachel Halilej
Distributor: Disney+
Production Co: Hunting Lane Films
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 29, 2024
Runtime: 1h 40m

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