MALAO is an independent, vertically integrated production company that leverages quality entertainment as a platform for creating lasting social impact.MALAO has a unique approach to film production and roots itself across four key areas: Unique Content & Talent Sourcing, Smart Development & Production, Commercially-driven Marketing & Distribution and Global Positive Impact.The company's young hearted and innovative team develops diverse content for feature, series and immersive formats, with a vision to reach and engage millions of people worldwide. MALAO's IP includes the international adaptation of bestselling fantasy novel "Jim Button" by Michael Ende (author of "The NeverEnding Story"). As execution-driven producers, the MALAO team is shaping a new era of filmmaking, where meaning and purpose are essential forces for commercial success and societal improvement. In addition to producing, MALAO has a non-profit arm, the MALAO Foundation, which adds a second layer of subject-related social impact in the "real world", through various initiatives and campaigns surrounding the production, marketing and distribution of MALAO's movies.The company has a global network of industry professionals and non-profit partners, who range from leading academics and renowned financial and legal experts, to Academy Award winners and Nobel Peace Prize laureates. MALAO is principally based between Germany, USA and Australia and initiates creative projects in Africa together with its subsidiary Baobab Pictures and partners.