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Once Upon a Time in Uganda

DocumentaryCulture

2021, Movie, 1h 34min

In the slums of Kampala, two men from opposite sides of the world come together over a shared love for America’s greatest hero: Rambo. Against all odds, the two make their own action movies with no money — and bring joy to millions of people on the internet. Welcome to “Wakaliwood.” Through comedy and kung-fu, "Once Upon a Time in Uganda" chronicles the unlikely friendship between Isaac Nabwana, a director hailed as “Africa’s Tarantino,” and Alan Hofmanis, a film programmer from New York. While Isaac tirelessly makes feature after feature, Alan brings his films to international audiences. But tensions flare as Isaac’s star rises — threatening their partnership and all of Wakaliwood.

Country: United States,Uganda

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Reviews

Critic Leslie Felperin

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...celebrating the simple joy of exploding heads on film.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Nick Allen

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As it champions the importance of Wakaliwood with equal admiration and clarity, “Once Upon a Time in Uganda” maintains a personal POV that offers more than an outsider's awe...

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Marina Ashioti

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...an effusive love letter

Read full review at Little White Lies

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In the heart of Uganda, two men from different worlds unite over their shared love of Chuck Norris and 80s action films. With no budget and plenty of determination, they create their own explosive movies, bringing joy to millions and launching Wakaliwood - the ultimate underdog filmmaking sensation. Witness the wild and improbable story of "Africa's Tarantino" and his unlikely partner, as they take the world by storm with their unique brand of DIY filmmaking.

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You can stream Once Upon a Time in Uganda on: Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home