The FILM: A Good Catholic Girl (2010) (Love | Crime | Drama)
Ahmed, a young Muslim man is interested in his strict Muslim customer's daughter yet she loves someone else, a lowly carpenter who isn't Muslim, which is forbidden in his religion. An over zealous Ahmed then tries to force himself upon her, but when she resists, he takes matters into his own hands, forcing a tragic end. But then the man that truly loved her avenges her.
The CAST:
Amina - Maureen Kulany (Journey to Jamaa, 2011)
Carpenter - Joel Okuyo Prynce (The Test, 2022)
Ahmed - Mathew Nabwiso (Karamoja, 2023)
Madina - Brenda Ibarah (Black Glove, 2023)
Amina's Friend - Tibba Murungi (The Life,2012)
Amina's Friend - Sharon Amali
Mother - Cathy Masajjage
Father - Herbert Kibirige
PHOTOS:
The CREW:
Director: Matt Bish (JENANI - The Last Stand, 2024)
Writer: Matt Bish (Bella, 2017)
Producer: Matt Bish (The Uncles, 2022)
Executive Producer: Matt Bish
Production Company: Bish Films
Country of Origin: Uganda
Language: English, Luganda
Date of Release: August 8, 2010
Reviews:
"This controversial film challenges many religious ideologies and shows real tension happening in many communities today"
AWARDS:
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Won: Best Supporting Actor, Mathew Nabwiso, Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2013NEWS about this Film:
The Film was featured in "Africa First: Volume Two", which is a collection of five short films created by Emerging African Filmmakers (2013)
WATCH THE TRAILER for 'A Good Catholic Girl' (1:26 min):
