Filmhouse, Special Foundation inspire young minds with cinema

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Filmhouse Group, in partnership with The Special Foundation, recently treated children from Roydek Academy and Waslat Schools to a special screening of Toy Story 5 at Filmhouse Cinemas, Circle Mall, Lagos.

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The event, which took place on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, marked the first collaboration between both organisations and was themed “Every Kid Has A Toy In Their Story.” It was designed to give the children an opportunity to experience the joy of storytelling, imagination and cinema.

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For many of the children, the event marked their first visit to a cinema, making it a memorable introduction to the world of film. They enjoyed an exclusive screening of Toy Story 5, distributed in Nigeria by FilmOne Entertainment, alongside refreshments and other engaging activities.

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The experience created an atmosphere of excitement and connection, as the children interacted, shared laughter and immersed themselves in the magic of the big screen.

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The event was attended by representatives of both organisations, including the Group Chief Executive Officer of Filmhouse, Kene Okwuosa; Chief Marketing Officer, Mojisola Oladapo; and co-founder of The Special Foundation, Seyi Akinwale.

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Speaking on the partnership, the organisations said the initiative reflected their shared commitment to creating meaningful experiences for children by using cinema as a tool to inspire creativity, curiosity and confidence.

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They added that the collaboration aligns with Filmhouse Group’s efforts to expand the role of cinema beyond entertainment by supporting community-focused initiatives.

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Through its engagement programmes, the company said it aims to provide 1,000 children with access to cinema experiences that inspire, entertain and create lasting memories.

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