Filmmakers recognised at Uganda Film Festival

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) held the annual Uganda Film Festival (UFF)  at the Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology in Nakawa, Kampala on June 7, 2024.

Established in 2013, UFF aims to promote the growth of the local film industry by showcasing Ugandan films and providing a platform for filmmakers to network and gain international recognition.

The awards not only acknowledge established filmmakers, but also support emerging talent through its student film category.

Singer Vinka performing at the Uganda Film Festival 2024. Photo By Ignatius Kamya

Overall, UFF  has  encouraged filmmakers to produce high-quality content and promote the rich cultural heritage of Uganda on a global scale and improve the Uganda film industry.

Filmmakers showed up in glamorous on the red carpet to showcase their talent in fashion.

 

The awards ceremony was  honoured by big names like First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga who gave out the award for Best Feature Film (Makula).

Nisha Kalema and her team happily enjoying First Deputy Prime Minister (third-right) Rebecca Kadaga's dance moves after she handed her the award of Best Feature Film at the Uganda Film Festival. Photo by Ignatius Kamya

The nominees
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS nominees in a feature film.

Stella Nantumbwe (Sabotage) 
Nakayo Veronica (Christmas Together) 
Fauziah Nakiboneka (Maid of Honour) 
Mommo Nelson (High Life) 
Kansiime Sophie (Omukululo)

The Uganda Film Festival 2024 BEST ACTRESS IN TV SERIES nominees
Doreen Mirembe (Damalie) 
Namugenyi Catherine (Sanyu)
Hajarah Nabukenya (Khosa) 
Cleopatra Koheirwe (Prestige)
Ann Marrie Nattabi  (Beloved)

The UFF2024 BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A FEATURE FILM Nominees (Best supporting actors can deliver standout moments that captivate the audience and enhance key scenes, often providing memorable lines or emotional highlights)
Marijan Hussein (Twine Is Missing) 
Muhmood Zamunyo (Maria)
Joe Nakibinge (Father's Warning)
Felix Bbale Bwanika (Sekukkulu) 
Hanigton Wasajja  (Fragile)

BEST ACTOR IN A TV SERIES Nominees (They maintain a high level of performance across episodes, ensuring the continuity and reliability of character portrayal throughout the series)
 Abby Mukiibi Nkaaga (Sanyu) 
Raymond Rushabiro (Prestige) 
Allan Kutos Katatongole (Sanyu)
Gaetano Kaggwa (JDC)
 Kenny Rukundo (Damalie) 
Symon Base Kalema (Prestige)

BEST ACTOR IN FEATURE FILM nominees 
 Prince Joe Nakibinge (Omukululo)
 Isaac Mendez Kintu (I Apologize)
 Edris Lubega (Half Life)
Jjemba Musoke Austin (Sabotage)
John Mary  Ssekimpi (Present)

Winners
Best Short Film (Last Shoe Maker)

Best Animation Kataleya Denis Dhikusooka

Best Students Film - Scolds Bridle

Best Documentary - Ghetto Mama

Best Supporting Actor in a Feature film - Felix Baale Bwanika 

Best Supporting Actress in Feature Film - Veronica Nakayo

Best Actor in TV Series - Simon Base Kalema

Best Actress in a TV Series - Doreen Mirembe (Damalie)

Best Makeup in Feature Film- Latifa Nabatanzi and Joan JoJo

Best Film Original -TAAMA

Best Post Production Editing - Sudais Kizito

Best Sound Design -Isiko Abubaker (Christmas Together).

Best Costume Design - Ali Musinguzi, Dora Fashionista and Patricia Naggayi (The Lions of Buganda)

Best Production Design in a Feature Film -Imran Musabe (Makula).

Best Screenplay in a Feature Film-  Mary Nyanzi and Eleanor Nabwiso (Christmas Together).

Best Cinematography in a Feature film - Alex Ireta (Makula)

Best Actor in Feature Film - Edris Lubega

Best Actress in Feature Film Penny - Peninah Nampanga (Maria).

Lifetime Achievement Award - Micheal Wawuuyo Snr

ABest Viewers (People's) Choice Award - Omukululo

Best TV drama series - Damalie (Doreen Mirembe)

Best Director - Nisha Kalema and Dan Mugisha (Makula)

Best Indigenous Film - Lion of Buganda (Jerry Sesanga)

Best Feature Film-  Makula(Nisha Kalema).