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2021 Kalasha award winners: Full list
December 11, 2021December 11, 2021

2021 Kalasha award winners: Full list

The 11th edition of Kalasha awards gala went down on Friday night 10-12- 2021. It was glamours, hosted by Amina Abdi Rabaa and Nick Odhiambo courtesy of the Kenya Film Commission. The Superstars and all other practitioners walked down the red carpet, showcasing their well cut designer attires then proceeded to the ceremony.

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KALASHA AWARDS 2021: Full list of nominees
November 17, 2021November 23, 2021

KALASHA AWARDS 2021: Full list of nominees

If you are not in the know, public voting for this year’s nominees is still ongoing and will close on the 3rd of December.The Kenya […]

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Flaqo: Entertaining digital content creation
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

Flaqo: Entertaining digital content creation

Flaqo has mastered the craft, style and construction of a comedy video while improving his craft in every new video. A good professional camera can help you do amazing things but what’s the point if you don’t have the story?

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PILLOW TALK: Two strangers wake up in the same bed after a drunken one-night-stand
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

PILLOW TALK: Two strangers wake up in the same bed after a drunken one-night-stand

This film reminds me of another great Kenyan film “malooned” which is about two guys trapped in a toilet. Pillow talk is very unique and has broken the rule of “show don’t tell” in the most creative way.

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THE COVID: Perfectly choreographed Kenyan action film
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

THE COVID: Perfectly choreographed Kenyan action film

While Hollywood is dependent on computer generated elements to make death defying actions realistic, a brave and fearless visionary from Kenya has managed to use real physical action to achieve the same.

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What’s happening in the Kenyan film industry 2020
November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

What’s happening in the Kenyan film industry 2020

Seems like taking a break is not a very good idea because Kenyan content creators have taken no rest. Don’t come slowly, I can keep […]

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COACHES: Anti-radicalization project
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

COACHES: Anti-radicalization project

“An artist who has done his job well does not need to sign his name.”

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I WON’T KNEEL: Questioning the position of a woman in the society
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

I WON’T KNEEL: Questioning the position of a woman in the society

Are some African cultures backward and toxic? My answer might surprise you but first… 🎞️ I WON’T KNEEL 🗣. ️ Director: Hilda Awori 📽️. Camera work […]

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ONLY YOU: This is the Padre story
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

ONLY YOU: This is the Padre story

Sometimes, decisions have to be made individually. You choose. And when you choose correctly, you live.

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Feature film: Why U hate
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

Feature film: Why U hate

If you are to pick something out of this review, let it be the cinematography. Lately, the Kenyan film industry has greatly improved in three aspects, the story, acting and cinematography

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UTUGI: Sanity is Overated
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

UTUGI: Sanity is Overated

For there are highs and lows in life, we might fall once in a while into a deep state that affects our reasoning and sometimes our behavior but how do we treat those who are constantly in that situation?

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KALASHA AWARDS: Full list of 2020 winners
November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

KALASHA AWARDS: Full list of 2020 winners

Here is the full list of the 10th edition of the Kalasha International Film and TV awards. Thank you Kenya film Commission for recognizing, valuing, […]

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Automedic: Great start to mobile phone filmmaking in Kenya
November 15, 2021November 18, 2021

Automedic: Great start to mobile phone filmmaking in Kenya

This short Kenyan film is exceptional as it manages to layer the three act structure in a very short time on a film whose theme strongly depends on a moment rather than a story line.

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November 23, 2021November 23, 2021

6 Reasons why you should watch BANGARANG

Wakenya wanatengenezanga movie Kali kweli?Six reasons why you should watch BANGARANG https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuYX8hBS9Pg&ab_channel=leQwoodProductions The film is based on a true story . The director is a […]

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