EDMONTON, AB - Jun 2, 2025 - Milo Productions Inc., Canadian producer of family-friendly animations, is proud to announce a new distribution partnership with Italia Film, the largest independent film distributor in the MENA region. This strategic collaboration will bring Milo Productions’ exciting new feature film Time Hoppers: The Silk Road to theaters across the Middle East & North Africa, expanding the reach and the presence of the universe in key markets.

Time Hoppers is a 3D animated adventure geared towards children and families, taking them through history to discover the important role the Silk Road played in the development of modern science. In this time travel adventure, four children encounter amazing scientists from the past including Ibn Al-Haytham, who discovered the camera obscura that lead to photography, Al-Khawarizmi, who invented the algorithm laying the foundation for computing, Maryam Astrolabi, an innovator in astronomical instruments who made the astrolabe (history’s Super computer) and forged a path for women in science, and Mansa Musa, the West African ruler said to be the richest person who ever lived, and a tremendous patron of science, culture and learning.

Through this agreement, Italia Film will handle the exclusive theatrical distribution rights of the film across MENA. This partnership will leverage Italia’s extensive and unparalleled expertise and longstanding reputation as the foremost distributor in the region. As the exclusive distributor of Walt Disney pictures, Marvel, Lucas Film, and 20th Century Studios, Italia has a proven track record of successfully bringing some of the world’s biggest and most popular family films to the region.

This partnership marks the first step in Milo Productions’ mission to create globally resonant safe and family friendly animations that celebrate cultures around the world and inspire young minds. Milo Productions Inc.

CEO Michael Milo shares, “we are incredibly happy that our team has been able to bring a children’s feature to screens around the world. It is a great testament to the diversity of voices in Canada and what they can accomplish”

Flordeliza Dayrit, Chief Creative Officer at the company and the movie’s writer and director adds, “Our goal was to make a time travel action adventure that is super fun and funny while still having a positive message that shows children all civilizations have played a role in advancing modern science.” We’d also like to thank our funding partners at Shaw Rocket Fund, Canada Media Fund, Creative Export Canada and Alberta Media Fund, who made the production and release of this film possible.”

Italia Film General Manager Nasser Modad added:

“By working with a trusted leader like Italia Film, Milo Productions aims to ensure that Time Hoppers reaches as many MENA-based families as possible, inspiring them to explore the past, celebrate their rich and diverse histories, and imagine what the future could hold for them.”

Time Hoppers: The Silk Road is slated for release in major theaters across the MENA region this October 2025, marking the beginning of an exciting journey for the Time Hoppers Universe in new markets.

Watch the Time Hoppers trailer here: Time Hoppers - Movie Trailer

About Milo Productions Inc.
Milo Productions is a Canadian production house focused on creating safe, family-friendly content that inspires curiosity, celebrates diversity, and fosters a love for learning. Through thrilling storytelling and captivating animation, Milo Productions shares the stories and histories of diasporas around the world, encouraging young audiences to explore the world and its shared history.

About Italia Film
Italia Film is the largest independent film distributor in the Middle East and North Africa, serving as the exclusive distribution partner for leading studios including Walt Disney Pictures, Marvel, Lucas Film, and 20th Century Studios. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, Italia Film is a trusted industry leader in bringing world-class family entertainment to audiences across the MENA region, with a strong focus on theatrical releases and cultural impact.