WhatsApp launches a short film with NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo

WhatsApp launches into the world of entertainment: at the end of September he will launch his first short film, which tells the story of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Il film that 12 minutes andentitled Naija Odyssey tells the story of the basketball player, with whom he signed a contract in February.

WhatsApp announces a short film with NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo

Born in Greece to Nigerian parents, Giannis Antetokounmpo has a story that deserves to be told: from economic troubles to NBA victory with Milwaukee Buckswith which he won the title of MVP of the finals in 2021.

According to what WhatsApp itself tells, the short film will narrate “its history of origin made up of multiple origins, while he reconciles his roots, his place of birth and the sense of belonging between two worlds “.

As the title suggests, the short film uses the Homeric Odyssey to re-read the story of the NBA champion, in a highly inspirational way. The directors are Nono Ayuso e Rodrigo Inada, while at the assembly we find Mikkel EG NielsenOscar winner for Sound of Metal (by Amazon Studios).

WhatsApp will release the short film on all its social platforms (and therefore on all those managed by Meta). But also on YouTube e su Amazon Prime Video. The expected release date is September 21st.

According to the platform, this story proves that WhatsApp helps you connect with others, even in difficult times like those Antetokounmpo has lived. But also the moments of joy for the victories. A positive message with which WhatsApp wants to associate, instead dismissing the accusations of spreading disinformation.

Below the trailer.