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The Cultural Impact of LadyBuckit and The Motley Mopsters
Udume Bozimo (right) and another character in LBMM
LadyBuckit and the Motley Mopsters, Nigeria’s first feature-length animated, cinematic movie, made its debut in cinemas across Nigeriaon December 11, 2020. Since its release, the movie has continued to receive enthusiastic reception. Thousands have become fascinated with the well-made animation and are excited to watch an animated film that they can relate to.
Last week, Twitter was agog with conversations around Disney’s partnership with a pan-African entertainment company on a seriescentered around African stories for Africans. The implications of the partnership transcend the entertainment value of the story. It can help educate about stereotypes and beliefs in material and immaterial parts of diverse African cultures.