Troy Pictures Inc. is a creative Film and TV production company based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada creating a synergy of African and Western stories that increase understanding through the power of high quality entertainment.

The owners have a combined 41 years of experience in the industry.

Neil is a multifaceted and seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the film and TV industries, excelling as an editor, actor, acting coach, director, writer, and producer. His acting credentials include significant roles in major productions like “The A-Team” (20th Century Fox), “Watchmen” (Earner Bros.), and “Fringe” TV series (Fox Network). As a director, Neil has an impressive track record, having directed and produced over 70 hours of television in Kenya and Canada. He played a pivotal role in the series “Rush,” which was nominated for Best Television Series Drama at the African Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards. Neil has created two series: “OASIS,” which is in development with support from the CMF (Canada Development Fund) and the NFVF (National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa) and “Maxus: The New King” a finalist in the prestigious AfroAnimation Short Film Festival in Los Angeles and was picked up by the online TV channel Fox SOUL. His commitment to the industry is further demonstrated through his ongoing work as an acting coach and mentor, nurturing the next generation of talent. Neil’s diverse experience and proven success make him a highly esteemed and influential figure in the entertainment industry. 

Olive is a producer, actor, television presenter and a graduate with honours from one of the most prestigious filmmaking universities in Africa, City Varsity in Cape Town. She has produced several short films, television commercials, music videos in South Africa and the feature film White Gold in Kenya. 

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