We’ve held film trainings since 2017, under the banner of Mobile Film School, a project run by Dilstories, who in 2023 founded a non-profit organization to continue these trainings. It is a collective for Ugandan filmmakers to network and share expertise and easily produce films. See details on how to join here. Our trainees have … Read more
My journey with film began on the makeshift stage of my lower secondary school. I remember the rush of adrenaline as I took on roles in class plays, losing myself in characters that shaped me to become who I am. I remember acting as a grandfather. During this role I became the best actor during … Read more
My journey as a filmmaker began as a visual artist. I am not someone who likes to talk about myself, so this article will say a lot but also say little. The first time I realized that I was an artist was at the age of 4 or 5 when I was in pre-school and … Read more
I just got back from the Ngalabi Short Film Festival, still reeling from the experience. Couldn’t make it for all 3 days, only made it for one, but it was a million wins. A day of discovery, inspiration and realization. The festival showcased an array of films, each unique in its story telling approach. One … Read more
From the ashes of war to the silver screen, my journey as a filmmaker has been a winding path of discovery and passion. Growing up in Gulu City, Northern Uganda, I never imagined that the childhood games I played in a refugee camp would lay the foundation for my future career. In the midst of … Read more
In the heart of Northern Uganda, where the dusty streets of Gulu City whisper tales of resilience, my passion for filmmaking was born. I am commonly known as Doctar Raymond though my name is Ocakacon Raymond. It started when my father wrote a book, “MALAKWANG KA WAC KILIYO.” As a young boy I’d sit by … Read more
My name is Charlie Kobong, but my national ID has a mind of its own – it calls me Kobongo, a curious consequence of registering in Buganda, where the local tradition of names ending in “O” left its mark on my identity. Though I hail from the East, my name took a slight detour central, … Read more
As I sit here, reflecting on my journey as an artist, I am transported back to the early days when my love for art first began. I was just a young boy in primary three, spending hours on end drawing cartoons like Super Strikers and Ben 10. Those simple sketches sparked a passion that would … Read more
Buckle up, folks! My artistic adventure has been a wild ride, filled with twists, turns, and a whole lot of creativity. It all started when I was just six years old, gazing up at my uncle’s artistic talents with wide eyes and a heart full of wonder. He was a master of many mediums, and … Read more
It all began at the beginning of the year 2024 when my uncle Motta asked if I was interested in joining the film industry. It was a big yes from me, of course I wanted to act! He hands me his phone to read through the Sisi Film Lab application form on a website. And … Read more