Nakupenda (I love you) (Tanzania)
LENGTH: 95 Minutes
DIRECTOR: Juma Saada
RATING: TBC
Synopsis
Screening/Awards: Tanzania Film Festival & Awards – 2022 – 2023, Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) – 2023, Zanzibar International Film Festival – 2023
In the twilight of their lives, fate reunites two aging souls who shared a profound connection in their youth. Separated by circumstance and societal pressures, they now find themselves confronted with the ghosts of their past. Despite the disapproval of their families, their hearts ache to reconcile the emotions they once buried. Roles are reversed as their children become the marriage advisors and counselors to their parents. As they navigate the complexities of aging and societal expectations, they rediscover the depth of their bond and the resilience of their love. Their reunion becomes a journey of re-discovery, as they navigate regrets and sacrifices that shaped their lives apart. With each passing moment, they find solace in each other’s presence, defying the constraints of time and societal norms. In the twilight of their lives, they embrace the opportunity to rewrite their story and find redemption in each other’s arms.
