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‘Madu’ Doc Spurred By Ballet Dancer’s Viral Moment Sets Disney+ Release Date, Trailer


Disney+ has unveiled a streaming premiere date and trailer for Madu, its feature doc on Nigerian teen Anthony Madu, whose viral 44-second ballet video touched the hearts of people across the world,…

Pic watches as the 12-year-old Madu leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study at one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in England. 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. Hailing from Disney Branded Television, the documentary on his life is produced by Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill, and Rachel Halilej of Hunting Lane Films.

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