Emma Okello is a Ugandan filmmaker and director, best known for his short film Reverie, which screened at several African film festivals. In September 2025, he won the Best Director award at the Nyasa International Film Festival in Malawi for Reverie, where he was the only Ugandan filmmaker recognized that year.

Reverie also screened at the Juiced Film Festival in Nairobi, Kenya. Received official selection at the Ateker International Film Festival in Turkana, the Lagos Fringe Festival in Nigeria, and Pearl International Film Festival. It was featured in international showcases including the Lift-Off Global Network and received an official invitation to the New York Tri-State International Film Festival. The film also earned a nomination at the Uganda Film Festival (UFF).

Emma Wrote and directed some other films, this include Hypochondriac, The Other and Bond Of Tera. Okello continues to build his career through Phanuel ActM, committed to telling stories that engage deeply, heals, questions, and transforms