Inside the Ugandan Film Industry - Interview #4: Kasule Douglas-Bender

Is the Ugandan film industry reaching its full potential, or are we stuck in our own bubble?In this special episode of The Reel Africa Podcast, we are joined by Kasule Douglas Bender from the Front Row podcast. We take a deep dive into the evolution of the Uganda Film Festival (UFF) since 2013 and discuss the power of regional film competitions that are finally bringing opportunities to up-country filmmakers. We also tackle a hard truth: many Ugandan filmmakers struggle to market their own films to the general public. From debating whether the UFF needs to rebrand itself into a massive cultural event like Nyege Nyege to discussing how to market movies on a zero budget using social media, this episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about the future of African cinema. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2P83BS1...Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast...TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction & The Filmmaker's Dilemma07:45 - The Evolution of the Uganda Film Festival (UFF)12:05 - Empowering Voices: Regional Film Competitions19:25 - The Ugandan Cinema Marketing Blind Spot35:39 - Debating UFF's Role: Vendor or Brand?51:14 - FOMO: Making Festivals an Experience58:55 - How to Market Your Film on a Zero Budget01:13:34 - Spotlight: The Front Row Podcast01:19:30 - Final Thoughts & Conclusion