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'MADE OF BLACK' - GOODLUCK

STINK FILMS, London / GUINNESS UDV / 2018

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Shortlisted Cannes Lions
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Made of Black stories that celebrate individuals who are achieving extraordinary feats in the world of football, and inspiring those around them. Each film features a true story sourced during a wide-ranging search and cover issues such as gender stereotyping and overcoming disability. 'Goodluck' features Nigerian born Obiyese, and explores the powerful story of how he lost his leg and how his passion for football helped him to find love, friendship and happiness.

EntrySummary

The four films were directed by BAFTA nominated documentary-makers at production company

They were filmed by Oscar nominated cinematographer both of Moonlight fame.Each film features a true story sourced during a wide-ranging search and cover issues such as gender stereotyping and overcoming disability. At the end of each film, the story teller links the obstacles they have overcome and the achievements they have had to being ‘made of black’ – a reference to Guinness’ Made Of Black platform which tells stories of how unexpected character, in people and beer, enrich the world around us.

Solution

The challenge with these films was to compress the life journey of these individuals into a small and powerful narrative. Finding their transformation moment was the key; the moment they are no longer victims, but heroes.

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