IYANU Series: Meet Creator Roye Okupe
Description
TSC News TV host Fred Richani interview author Roye Okupe, creator of the Iyanu graphic novel series and co-creator of the animated series and films of the same name, currently airing on HBO Max and Cartoon Network! Okupe discusses the inspiration for Iyanu, airing on a legacy channel like Cartoon Network, incorporating his proud Nigerian / Yoruba culture in the work, what fans can expect in the future, and his love for video games!
For more info: https://youneekstudios.com/
https://www.instagram.com/royeokupe
About IYANU: IYANU, the animated adaptation of the best-selling graphic novel Iyanu: Child of Wonder. Inspired by Nigerian mythology and folklore, IYANU brings this rich heritage to global audiences. Synopsis: A teenage orphan girl with no recollection of her past suddenly discovers that she has abilities that rival the ancient deities of her people.
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