Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Meet The Ozi, Voice of The Forest Team!

The story of "Ozi: Voice of the Forest" is one that began just before the world faced an unprecedented challenge - the global pandemic. Despite the obstacles, this project has blossomed into a remarkable adventure, dear to our hearts.

"Ozi: Voice of the Forest" is an indie animated feature directed by Tim Harper, brought to life by Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way Productions, Oscar-winning producer Mike Medavoy, and GCI Film. This captivating film tells the story of Ozi, an orphaned orangutan with influencer skills, who embarks on a courageous journey to save her home from deforestation. Mark your calendars for August 16, 2024, when #OziMovie hits cinemas, promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of the forest! 🌴

Mikros Animation has been at the forefront of this incredible journey, overseeing the creative development and CGI animation with a team of 300 global experts. Our mission has been to emphasize not just compelling storytelling but also the importance of social causes. Sean Mullen, Head of Story and Character Animation at Mikros, reflects on this journey, “Through this film’s animation style, we’ve aimed to build something that feels both fun and whimsical, with the ultimate goal to marry art and entertainment with messages around global deforestation.”

The making of "Ozi: Voice of the Forest" has been more than just an animation project; it has been a labor of love and a testament to our commitment to using storytelling as a powerful tool for change. As we navigated the challenges brought by the pandemic, our passion for this project only grew stronger. We invite everyone to join us in this incredible journey and to experience the magic and the message of "Ozi: Voice of the Forest."

🐒 SYNOPSIS: Separated from her parents when their forest home is destroyed, Ozi is taken in by kind wildlife sanctuary owners who keep her safe and slowly teach her to communicate through sign language. With the combination of her new skills and natural talent for social media, Ozi soon has a worldwide following. When she learns that her parents might be alive, Ozi sets off on a quest to find them and to tell the world what is happening to the rainforest before it’s too late. With help from new friends, cheeky monkey Chance and loveable rhino Honkus, Ozi discovers that one voice really can change the world.

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