Wakaliwood, Uganda's low budget DIY cinema revolution

Wakali Wood, a DIY cinema industry in Uganda's Kampala, is known for its action-packed, low-budget films. Founded by Isaac Nabuana, who started making movies in 2005, Wakali Wood has gained international attention with films like 'Who Killed Captain Alex'. The community-driven initiative involves unpaid actors with diverse backgrounds, emphasizing improvisation and creativity. Despite limited resources, Wakali Wood has become a mainstream production house, focusing on entertainment and laughter as key elements of life.

What challenges do actors in Wakali Wood face regarding payment and employment?

How does the props department in Wakali Wood contribute to the filmmaking process?