"Thrills and Spills: LAMA Premieres to Critical Acclaim"

As I attended the LAMA movie premiere, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The event was a grand affair, and I was eager to see how the film would unfold. In this review, I'll share my thoughts on the premiere and the film itself.

Douglas Benda who was the MC

The Premiere Event

My surprises at this event started step by step. As a staunch Ryan Coogler fan, I had to drop SINNERS and picked LAMA, and am glad I did. I got to the venue just on time, and to my surprise, unlike other Film Events I’ve attended in the past that be setting up even at the 5 PM starting time, LAMA Movie Premiere was set even before 5 PM. By 5 PM when I got at the venue, the event was waiting for the crowd but everything was set, a beautifully laid Red Carpet and a smartly put Backdrop. Yoo, that was a first sign that it was going to be a great evening. This was a Red Carpet Premiere event without any Red Flags, so I thank the organizers, keep doing this.

The curtain-raising activities were well-organized, and I appreciated the effort that went into creating a memorable experience for the audience. Although I didn't pay much attention to the activities, as I had come for the movie, they seemed to go on interestingly well. The snaps, drinks, and snacks were plenty, and it was lovely to see the VIPs sharing their snacks with the rest of us.

The Film

Now, let's talk about the movie. This was the first time I attended a Ugandan movie premiere at a cinema, and the movie played from start to end without any cinema technical problems. The film was a true psychological thriller, and I was on the edge of my seat wondering what worse was to happen as the film kept on unwrapping. The team took on a bold move to tell a story with disturbing themes and topics, and they did it well.

I was impressed by the production team's consistency in their narrative, and the film's debut project status made it even more commendable. The team's spirit and vigour were evident in every aspect of the film, and I appreciated the efforts of everyone involved.

The Team

Firstly, I want to thank Nakibinge Swaib, the Production Manager. It's on that day that I learned he was just a Production Manager, and I haven't seen a Production Manager who owns up and pushes the project as if they are the producers. If all our cast and crew teams on projects had the spirit and vigour as Swaib, our industry would be far, we would be selling out every screening banange. That's so commendable.

I also want to appreciate Ochwo Emmanuel (Ochwo Emmax), the DP, editor, and VFX artist. This is the first feature film I've watched of his, and it must have been a huge task for him to handle the project all the way from the set to the post-production room. His work was outstanding, and I'm looking forward to seeing more of his projects.

To the director, Ediegu Joseph Innocent, from short films to your directorial debut, well done. I hope to see more films directed by you. For this film, I'm just wondering how insane your mind got at directing such disturbing moments of this film.

Agnes As Miss Mulungi, who played the role of Christine's mother, was convincing in her portrayal, although I couldn't help but feel biased against her character. Maybe in a sequel, she'll justify her actions and win me over.

Conclusion

All in all, well done to the LAMA team. The film was a gripping thriller that showcased the talent of Ugandan filmmakers. I recommend it to anyone who loves psychological thrillers. My closing recommendation, however, is that if the team is hoping to make subsequent projects, they should take the bold steps of seeking consistent consultations straight from story development phase to end of post-production phase.

Congratulations to the LAMA team once again on a successful premiere. I'm looking forward to seeing more projects from this talented team. This Review was put together by Kizito Samuel Saviour 

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