Wuri is a small village in Uganda, and many people with HIV are discriminated against there. Other people tell them that they have no future because of their illness. The film aims to raise awareness about the issue. Why this film? The film aims to raise awareness about the issue. He is meant to bring […]
Present Past is a story about the recurring childhood traumas of Mercy Mirembe Banada as a result of witnessing domestic violence, which affects her mental well-being despite her seemingly perfect life. Trapped in a cycle of nightmares, migraines, anxiety, and fear, Mercy refuses to have children with her husband Dominic Banada after three years of […]
In ‘Reporters Against Power: Uganda,’ this documentary explores the challenges faced by journalists working in a country where press freedom is restricted. In Uganda, reporters encounter numerous obstacles when attempting to uncover stories that authorities would prefer to keep hidden. Despite threats and significant hurdles, they continue to bring critical issues to light, demonstrating the […]
The film is about the children of the streets who dance to achieve vital changes such as food, good education, a safe home, and the support of their families or others. Some of these children are orphans, others have parents, but they are not financially well-off. Some live with stepparents who treat them badly. Why […]
A young deaf villager’s journey to the bustling city of Kampala turns deadly when a mix–up involving identical duffel bags puts him in the midst of a violent drug–trafficking ring. Why this film? I chose Mfuko: The Duffle Bag because it tells a powerful story from Uganda from the perspective of John, a deaf villager […]
“I chose this film because the story reflects my own life. The boys (actors) in the film decide to deceive others. Some of them are homeless or orphans who grew up without parental care and in difficult circumstances. This led them to make poor career choices, such as turning to fraud. That’s why my friends […]
“I left Uganda and moved to Denmark to start a new life. And then I left Denmark and my job there as well to start over once again, because my family couldn’t accept that I’m queer. I mean, that’s exactly what “The Night I Left America” is about: making the hardest decisions.”
Three women who have been friends since childhood struggle with harsh working conditions, unfair pay, and sexism on a rose plantation. The flower industry in Uganda is known for paying meager wages to hard-working people. This film provides insight into the flower industry and puts the rose as a gesture of love into a completely […]
Boda Bodas are motorcycle taxis in Kampala that are also used to transport goods. When Abel’s father becomes incapacitated in a traffic accident, the 15-year-old has to take over the vehicle to secure his family’s livelihood. However, the new job is not without risks. Besides the taxi drivers, there are also those who snatch valuables […]
Amanio is an ambitious young woman who is committed to social causes. Her boyfriend Muganga is a hardworking and equally daring young man who wants to achieve something in his life. A car accident turns their lives upside down..
