Empatheatre’s animated film, “Indlela Yokuphila,” has been honored with the prestigious GOLDEN ZEBU at the 18th edition of the Madagascourt Film Festival. This remarkable achievement celebrates the film’s excellence in the PAN-AFRICAN ANIMATION COMPETITION. 

“Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our esteemed collaborators, Shells and Spells, Triggerfish, and the One Ocean Hub, as well as the invaluable contributions from the Environmental Learning Research Centre, Rhodes University and Urban Futures Centre, Durban University of Technology. Special appreciation is extended to the exceptionally talented individuals who generously shared their time, talent, and love to bring this film to life.” Co-Founder of Empatheatre, and co-Director of the film Dr. Dylan McGarry. 

“Indlela Yokuphila,” translating to “the Soul’s journey” in Zulu, was expertly researched and narrated by Mpume Mthombeni (Empatheatre) and directed by Marc Moynihan (Shells & Spells) and Dr. Dylan McGarry (Empatheatre/Rhodes University). The film aims to make intangible ocean heritages tangible in governance and education through animation and public dialogue, contributing to a more profound understanding of ocean wellbeing.

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