FILM & TELEVISION DEVELOPMENT

It all begins with a Sentence

Blunt Pencil Storyworks is a writer-led story studio bridging North American production markets and African dramatic craft. From Toronto to Lagos — we develop the stories the world hasn't seen yet.

WHAT WE DO

Three pillars. One mission.

The Studio

Professional script development for writers, producers, and streamers who understand that great stories require rigorous craft.

The Story Lab

An 8-week incubator for  writers from underserved countries and communities. Not a classroom. An accelerator.

The Slate

A curated portfolio of bold African stories in active development — seeking co-production partners and strategic investors.

From Toronto to Lagos

We operate across two continents because the stories we develop live in
both worlds. Our writers come from Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Kingston, and
beyond.
Our production partners are in Toronto, Los Angeles, London, and
streaming platforms everywhere.

This is not a migration story. This is a bridge — and bridges run both ways.

WHAT WE DO

Currently in development

Four titles in active development. Each one a bold African story built for screens everywhere.

Fever

Family Drama / Thriller

A powerful Nigerian-Canadian family dynasty faces crisis when burie…

PURPLE

Medical Gothic Thriller

A disgraced surgeon and a grieving mother uncover a horrifying…

GOODBYE TOMORROW

Romantic Drama

She sold her body to save her husband’s dream. He sold her trust to cash the check. Now…

CHELUCHI

Faith Drama / Parallel Stories

Two women’s lives intertwine across parallel stories of faith and loss…

Film and television development for the screens
the world is waiting to see.

— Blunt Pencil Storyworks

Ready to develop your story?