Untitled Adewumi Family Project

Overview

The story of a Nigerian family that escaped terrorism in their home country, sought and received asylum in America, and — against all odds — found a welcoming new home in New York. Living in a homeless center on religious asylum, their 8-year-old son, Tani, won the 2019 New York State chess championship, despite only being introduced to the game two years prior.

Production

Day Zero Productions, State Street Pictures, Paramount Pictures