A Global Window for the Children's Stories of the Future
The alliance between Lion Forge (creators of the award-winning Hair Love) and the British production company Oware promises to revolutionize children's content. Their mission: bring authentic stories from Asia, Africa, and Latin America to global audiences 🌍.
"We want to find those voices that normally don't reach the big markets," explains Ed Barnieh from Oware about the collaboration.
First look: what it means for the industry
This special agreement gives Lion Forge preferential rights over:
- Original projects with deep cultural roots
- Adaptations of local stories with global potential
- Emerging talents from underrepresented regions
Opportunities for Creators
If you're an animator, screenwriter, or illustrator, this alliance could be your springboard:
- Greater visibility in international markets
- Valuation of authentically local visual styles
- Professional production for innovative ideas
The Full Picture of Lion Forge
While preparing this new stage for children, the studio doesn't forget other audiences:
- Animated adaptation of George R.R. Martin's A Dozen Tough Jobs
- Development of Lostlings as a premium series
Moral: the future of children's animation might lie in those stories your grandmother told you... only now with a budget for special effects and worldwide distribution 😉.