Wunmi Mosaku has taken on the role of executive producer for Joan Iyiola’s short film “Mango.” This project marks a significant milestone as it debuts on Disney+ across Europe. Iyiola, known for her award-winning work, is making her directorial debut with this live-action body horror film.
Overview of “Mango”
“Mango” centers on an intriguing character named Zadie, portrayed by Olivia Nakintu. Zadie is a successful florist in London who grapples with fibroids, benign tumors that form in the uterus. Medical professionals inform her that these growths are common in women like her. However, as she seeks treatment to manage her changing body, these unwanted tumors begin to dominate her life.
Key Cast and Crew
- Wunmi Mosaku: Executive Producer
- Joan Iyiola: Writer and Director
- Olivia Nakintu: Stars as Zadie
- Danny Sapani: Zadie’s father
- Paul Chahidi: Medical professional
The film premiered at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in February, creating anticipation for its streaming release on Disney+. Mosaku expressed her excitement about the project, calling it a visceral and urgently needed film that highlights women’s experiences with fibroids.
Impact and Advocacy
Mosaku praised Iyiola’s storytelling, noting its bravery and humanity. The film aims to transform public perceptions surrounding fibroids, a condition affecting millions of women globally. Iyiola has also shared her own experiences with fibroids in various platforms, helping to raise awareness about the condition.
Apatan Productions, co-founded by Iyiola, works alongside Salaud Morisset on this project. Other notable executive producers include Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor, Thomas Hawkins, Elisabeth Hopper, Joe Bell, and Dr. Christine Ekechi.
The collaboration between Mosaku and Iyiola underscores a collective effort to elevate conversations around women’s health issues. As “Mango” reaches wider audiences, it aims to address the challenges faced by women suffering from fibroids, contributing to an essential dialogue in society.
