Ugandan creative duo Nsimbi has taken the country’s music, fashion, landscapes and cultural storytelling to the big screen with Infinity, a musical film that is gaining international attention.
The film, created by GNL Zamba and Miriam Tamar Nsimbi, marks a new chapter in the duo’s creative journey, bringing together music, cinema, poetry, dance, fashion and indigenous cultural elements.
Set against Uganda’s landscapes, Infinity follows a young boy who must overcome selfishness and rediscover his connection to his community, nature and the universe. Guided by a wise shaman and his younger sister, he embarks on a journey of healing and personal transformation.
Beyond its storyline, the film serves as a showcase of Uganda’s creative talent. It was produced entirely with a Ugandan crew, including director Matege Rogers, cinematographer Gashumba, wardrobe designer Abaas Kaijuka, choreographer Lilian Nabagala, photographer Gats Bulega and sound and set designer Andrew Ahuura Quad A and ABM.
The film was written and executive produced by Ernest and Miriam Nsimbi.
Ugandan culture is central to the production, with local music, fashion, traditions and landscapes woven into the story rather than simply used as background scenery.
“We love film, music and fashion, and Infinity gave us the opportunity to bring all of those worlds together,” the duo said.
The film has already screened at the American Center Kampala, German Cultural Centre and Alliance Française, as well as a number of international film festivals and cultural spaces.
These include the Mariposa Museum on Martha’s Vineyard Island in Massachusetts, Micheaux Film Festival in Los Angeles, People’s Film Festival in Harlem, New York, Las Vegas International Black Film Festival, Cleveland International Film Festival, Gasparilla International Film Festival in Miami, San Diego Kids International Film Festival, Albuquerque Film & Music Experience and Richmond Film Festival.
The film has also been nominated for the UCC Uganda Film Festival and is scheduled to screen at Century Cinemax, Arena Mall, on August 26 from 7pm to 9pm.
For Nsimbi, the international reception demonstrates how Ugandan stories can find audiences beyond the country when presented through compelling creative formats.
The duo hopes Infinity will contribute to the promotion of Uganda’s tourism and creative industries by allowing international audiences to experience the country through its sounds, scenery, fashion and imagination.
The project builds on Nsimbi’s longstanding work of blending Lugaflow hip-hop, spoken word, indigenous African instruments and world music while connecting Ugandan creativity with international audiences.
Through Infinity, the duo is extending that cultural conversation into cinema.
House of Nsimbi is also inviting partnerships with brands, companies, filmmakers, fashion creatives, cultural institutions and festivals interested in promoting Ugandan storytelling to wider audiences.
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