Nile Media Boards Documentary on World Record Hurdler Tobi Amusan (EXCLUSIVE)
by Jamie Lang, K.J. Yossman · Variety‘Homecoming: The Tobi Amusan Story’ Trailer
Nile Media Entertainment Group has boarded a new documentary from ATHLST and MagicLine Films about world record hurdler Tobi Amusan. Nile Media will rep global sales on “Homecoming: The Tobi Amusan Story.”
Amusan became world record holder in the 100m hurdles in 2022 and is also a three-time Diamond League champion. ATHLST Studios CEO Lanre Aina and Sulaiman Folarin co-direct the documentary.
“This documentary is a window into my world,” she said. “It’s about the sweat, tears, and countless hours of training that go into those few seconds on the track.”
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