Brett McManus

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Black Ice
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D&AD
WINNER
2022

Black Ice

Experience the captivating story that I helped bring to life through our collaboration with director Richard Bullock. Utilizing a range of animation and illustration techniques, we were thrilled to be awarded the prestigious D&AD 2022 award for this film about Akwasi Frimpong's life.

The film draws on the bold visual language of graphic novels, portraying Akwasi as a modern superhero who inspires the youth of Africa with a message of resilience and hope.
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NEVER GIVE UP!

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