Nadupa

Nadupa

by | Jul 2, 2026 | Featured, Story Lab

Nadupa coming soon… In the wake of her father’s passing, Nadupa resists the cultural practice of widow inheritance and stands up for her and her mother’s rights to their land and their independence. Watch a short clip of Daniel Behind the Scenes as he directs...
Lais

Lais

by | Jul 2, 2026 | Featured, Story Lab

Lais Created by a group of 8th-grade students, Lais tells a powerful story about bullying and its lasting impact on mental health. Note from the Filmmakers “Through Lais, I realized that we can create meaningful stories from the experiences around us. We wanted...
Nabolo Milangoni

Nabolo Milangoni

by | Jul 2, 2026 | Featured, Story Lab

Nabolo Milangoni Made in collaboration with students from Groton School in Massachusetts, USA, Nabolo Milangoni tells the story of two young people from different cultures connecting with each other, opening the door to new possibilities for growth. Note from the...
Lost Cow

Lost Cow

by | Jul 2, 2026 | Featured, Story Lab

Lost Cow A young Maasai boy struggles to balance his responsibilities at home with preparations for his exams at school. Note from the Filmmaker “We made the film to highlight the challenges many children face when their education is not fully understood or...
Black Head Cow

Black Head Cow

by | Jul 21, 2025 | Featured, Story Lab

Black Head Cow An award-winning film, written and produced by Orkeeswa students. In a remote Maasai village in rural Tanzania, a young primary school girl is suddenly confronted by an arranged marriage. Go behind the scenes of the awardwinning short film BLACK HEAD...