AKILI
AKILI
Feature
· Drama · 120 pages
Status: Spec
A skilled Biafran boxer must return to his homeland of Nigeria to fight his estranged twin brother for the boxing Heavyweight Championship of the World.
Written by
Ivan Mooh Mooh
3 Accolades
Accolade Highlights
Quarterfinalist,
ScreenCraft Drama Competition 2024
Quarterfinalist,
ScreenCraft Feature Competition 2024
1 Writer
Los Angeles, California
Since Ivan Mooh Mooh immigrated to America from Cameroon, West Africa at eight, he’s been familiar with violence: whether in his domestic abuse riddled household, or in the United States Marine Corps he joined at seventeen.
Ivan writes about power: his stories being centered on familial and military dramas, with the occasional war epic in between...
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Ivan, a former Marine turned USC MFA screenwriter, explores complex power dynamics through masterful storytelling. His psychological thriller "Insanity in Islamabad" earned him a coveted spot on the 2024 Tracking Board's Next List, showcasing his ability to transform challenging personal experiences into compelling narratives that subvert audience expectations. His military background and academic training combine to create stories that are both authentic and cinematically sophisticated, demonstrating a unique voice that resonates in today's market. He is available for representation.
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