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10 films found
Echo Chamber
Echo Chamber is a psychological and dramatic exploration into how words that are taken for granted tend to harm us in the long run. It sheds light on how, sometimes, such degrading thoughts lie dormant within oneself until something triggers them, sometimes overwhelming the victim. It also shows the power of therapy in unveiling the source of one’s trauma, as well as starting the healing process.
Ghana
E be thigz
The economic situation of present day Nigeria, consequences and the choices made to survive. A brother and sister try to navigate survival in a country designed to stifle living.
Nigeria
Silent Screams
Silent Screams Story: Set in Masvingo, Zimbabwe, Silent Screams follows Tawanda, a young university student eager to begin a fresh chapter in life. After moving into a modest apartment, his optimism is quickly shadowed by disturbing occurrences—unseen knocks, threatening notes, and unsettling noises from the next room. His mysterious neighbor, Farai, appears to be battling terrifying voices and violent breakdowns. But as Tawanda digs deeper, the line between reality and illusion begins to blur, leading to a shocking revelation: Farai never existed. He was a projection of Tawanda’s own fractured mind, a manifestation of his isolation and untreated mental illness. Themes: Isolation: The film explores how loneliness and detachment from community can intensify psychological struggles. Mental Health Stigma: By placing viewers inside Tawanda’s collapsing perception of reality, it sheds light on the unspoken battles many endure in silence. Reality vs. Illusion: The twist ending powerfully challenges the audience to question what is real, showing how fragile the human mind can become under strain. What Makes It Unique: Zimbabwean Setting: Unlike most psychological thrillers that unfold in Western backdrops, Silent Screams roots its horror in the lived realities of Zimbabwe, blending universal mental health struggles with local cultural textures. Cultural Authenticity: The presence of Mai Chipo, the landlady, and the backdrop of Masvingo bring a distinctly African lens to a genre often dominated by foreign perspectives. Psychological Depth: Instead of relying on gore or jump scares, the film uses tension, atmosphere, and the protagonist’s unraveling psyche to deliver emotional and psychological horror. Social Relevance: It speaks to real issues—mental illness, stigma, and the dangers of silence—making it more than entertainment; it’s a call for awareness and dialogue.
Zimbabwe
Goal
A young boy (Ayaan Mushila) faces constant Bullying on the School football Pitch. Bigger, rougher Kids (Bildad Njagi) try to Crush his Spirit and Love for the Game. Just as he’s about to Quit, his Mother (Regina Mwangi) - recently Laid-off and his biggest Fan, shows-up with a new Football. Together, they take on an unfair World, and find their own kind of Joy.
Kenya
A FUTURE UNTOLD
A Future Untold takes place inside a house in Mbare whose bright turquoise exterior belies the dark secrets it shelters. Tadiwa, an orphaned teenage girl, moves in with family members after losing both her parents in a car accident. While there, she experiences sexual abuse at the hands of Sekuru Thomas and witnesses him physically abuse his wife, Mbuya Chenai. Everything comes to a head when Tadiwa falls pregnant. The film's title crystallises in the last few scenes when she makes a choice that could change everything. But just what her future entails, the audience can only speculate.A Future Untold" deftly tackles the themes of gender-based violence, abuse and teen pregnancy, issues that reverberate across many Zimbabwean communities.A Future Untold stands out because it doesn't just tell a story—it holds up a mirror to Zimbabwean society, asking difficult questions while also offering hope. Its unique strength lies in its emotional honesty, cultural grounding, and commitment to empowering the voices of young people navigating deeply personal and societal struggles.
Zimbabwe
THE LOOP
Sandra, a 25-year-old on a quiet weekend getaway, checks into a local hotel but what she finds is far from peace.
Nigeria
BABY FEVER
“Baby Fever” is a documentary I created to give voice to that hidden side of pregnancy, the unspoken truths, the fatigue, the sacrifice, the resilience.
Nigeria
THE END
A toxic couple must decide whether or not to stay together after a series of unfortunate supernatural events, highlights the faults in their relationship.
Zambia
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Praying Mantis [2025] a film by Chawana Christlyk
A behavioural study film that dives in on understanding a female Praying Mantis. Starring: Wendy Nova Mvula | Henry Chuchu Written & Directed By: Chawana Christlyk Produced By: Colour House DOP | Editor | Colourist: Chawana Christlyk Sound: Estanza Media | Solomon Plate
Zambia
