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Unspoken

"Unspoken" follows Julia, a woman who returns to her small village to confront her estranged mother and the unresolved issues that have kept them apart for so long. The film takes viewers on an emotional journey as Julia struggles to navigate the complexities of her relationship with her mother and the buried truths of her past. As she delves deeper, Julia uncovers the reasons for their estrangement, leading to a poignant exploration of guilt, regret, and self-discovery. Through reconnection with her childhood and the people from her past, Julia learns that the truth, though painful, can be both liberating and transformative. This short film thoughtfully examines the intricate dynamics of mother-daughter relationships and the lasting impact of secrets and unspoken truths.

  • Karanja Ng'endo
    Director
  • Karanja Ng'endo
    Writer
  • Susan Mbogo
    Producer
  • Nyokabi Macharia
    Key Cast
  • Mukami Njiru
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 22 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 20, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    7,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Kenya
  • Country of Filming:
    Kenya
  • Language:
    English, Swahili
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital 4k
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Nairobi
    Kenya
    December 1, 2022
    48hrs film Project
    Best Cinematography
Director Biography - Karanja Ng'endo

Karanja is a Kenyan filmmaker born and raised in Nairobi and is inspired by the beauty and authenticity of African storytelling. He wants his audience to be moved by the stories he tells.
His works have been selected and won awards at the AMVCA, Zanzibar International Film festival,Carthage Film Festival, Kalasha International, and Kisima Film Festival, among others. He was part of the inaugural class of the Multichoice Talent Factory program. He recently completed a film residency international class at Germany's FilmAkademie Baden-Württemberg, was awarded the One World Media 2020 Fellowship, and recently attended the Ouaga Film Lab 2022.

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