Lugazi (2024), film still

Lugazi

About this Short Film

Lugazi (2024), directed by Mawa Samuel Oscar, comes from Uganda. This short film looks at themes of albinism, bullying and stigma, and asks how perception and prejudice shape the lives of young people with a congenital disability. It is part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival programme, where we celebrate films that highlight ability, resilience and talent. Expect a thoughtful, humane approach to difficult social attitudes and the challenge of acceptance within a group. Lugazi offers a window into how stereotypes affect opportunity and belonging, while showcasing the creative energy and strength of those often misunderstood.

Film Details

Country: Uganda
Genre: Personal Story
Festival Year: 2024
Filmmaker: Mawa Samuel Oscar

Film Transcript

No transcript is available for this film.

Filmmaker

Mawa Samuel Oscar is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Mawa Samuel Oscar.

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6 comments
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josephine nagawa 4/08/2024

Everyone is special in his or her way if given a chance toHumanity wins

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Nanteza Jane 2/08/2024

Best movie ever and so touching

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Timothy Ndase 1/08/2024

The movie is educative and interesting

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Katongole lvan 1/08/2024

This film is great

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Shami Blessings 1/08/2024

This is a very good educational movie which helps people us to show the world that we are also important in this world.

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Irumba David 1/08/2024

Hello my is Irumba David and am one of the actors in film as Mr Gaba and the movie was to show people that we are one no matter what we are looking like and what you do in life. Please let's help the world

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