The FILM: Unheard (2023) (Drama)
Grace is a young widow from Rubaya, a remote fishing village in rural South Western Uganda who defies a long-standing cultural tradition, embarking on a remarkable journey that transforms her into an unexpected hero within her community. "Unheard" revolves around the inspiring story of this young mother played by Jackline Katusiime as she challenges the deeply-rooted traditions of her village.
The CAST:
Grace - Jackline Katusiime
Actor - Joseph Kahirimbanyi
Actor - Cyril Baryabawe
Actor - Salim Amani
Actress - Brenda Katushabe
Actor - Herbert Nkera
PHOTOS:
The CREW:
Director: Joseph Ken Ssebaggala (House Arrest 2015)
Writer: Polly Kamukama
Producer: Joseph Ken Ssebaggala, Polly Kamukama
Cinematographer: Joseph Kyasi Kitsha
Editor: Joseph Ken Ssebaggala
Production Designer: Francis Byaruhanga
Costume Designer: Ginny Kyosiima
2nd Unit Director: James King Bagyenzi
Makeup: Rose Lily Kebirungi
Executive Producer: Joseph Ken Ssebaggala
Production Company: Zenken Films, Polka Media
Country of Origin: Uganda
Language: Rukiga
Date of Release: October 27, 2023
AWARDS:
🏆 Won: Best Director, Joseph Ken Ssebaggala, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
🏆 Won: Best Actress in Leading Role, Jackline Katusiime, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
🏆 Won: Best Supporting Actor, Joseph Kahirimbanyi, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
🏆 Won: Best Sound, Kaz Kasozi, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
🏆 Won: Best Makeup & Special Effects, Rose Lily Kebirungi, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
🏆 Won: Emerging Film Award, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
❤️Nominated: Best Director of Photography, Joseph Kitsha Kyasi, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
❤️Nominated: Best Screenplay, Polly Kamukama, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
❤️Nominated: Best Editor, Joseph Ken Ssebaggala, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
❤️Nominated: Best Costume Designer, Ginny Kyosiima, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
❤️Nominated: Best Production Design, Francis Byaruhanga, IKON Awards for Film & Televison 2024
WATCH THE TRAILER for 'Unheard' (1:58 min):
