Cynthia Érivo, Jonathan Brown, Murphi Stefani, Gesths Erven and Marcos Polo are the five directors who will adapt the story of the book by Angolan writer Nituecheni Africano, also entitled 'O Recluso – o princípio e o fim de uma injustiça', for the screen.
In addition to Angola, according to a statement cited by Angop, the film will also be shot in Nigeria and is a short film.
Nituecheni Africano said he believes that the trip of the US filmmakers to Angola symbolizes the talent that exists in the country, adding that it is the culmination of his dream of seeing his works being turned into films.
The writer, speaking to Angop, highlighted that the film will offer the chance to raise the country's flag to the highest levels, as well as highlighting Angola's tourism potential.
He says it is not something that makes him proud, but that it makes him "want to continue writing so that I can contribute to the development" of the country: "It does not make me proud, but it makes me want to continue writing so that I can contribute to the development of Angola, especially in the area of literature".
"I believe I am the first Angolan to write for this great film industry in the world", he added, quoted by Angop.
The story tells the story of a young Angolan who ends up being arrested after being unjustly accused of drug trafficking, and whose film will address issues such as money laundering, influence peddling and abuse of power.
It is worth remembering that, last year, the writer won a US literature prize, precisely for this work.