‘One Woman, One Bra’ is Kenya’s official selection to the Oscars
After screening at multiple international film festivals for a year, the film ‘One Woman, One Bra’, directed by Vincho Nchogu, is the Kenyan Film Commission’s official selection for the Oscars in the Best International Film Category. The news comes as the film is about to screen at the upcoming NBO Film Festival, which helps the […] The post ‘One Woman, One Bra’ is Kenya’s official selection to…
The Kenyan Film Commission has officially chosen Vincho Nchogu's film 'One Woman, One Bra' to represent Kenya at the prestigious Oscars in the Best International Film category. The film, which has been screening at various international film festivals for over a year, will be showcased at the upcoming NBO Film Festival. To qualify for the Academy Awards, films must be released in cinemas in their country of origin, and after a mandated theatrical run, for a minimum period.
The Kenya Film Commission highlights that 'One Woman, One Bra' is rooted in the Maasai community and showcases authentic storytelling, powerful performances, and the beauty of the Kenyan landscape. The director, Vincho Nchogu, aims to explore the concept of womanhood for a woman who does not fit into traditional societal roles. The film follows a 38-year-old woman named Star, who struggles to maintain her home and land, as she is an unmarried orphan with no legal kinship ties.
Star suspects a childhood photo may reveal her mother's identity, adding complexity to her quest for self-identity.
Although no Kenyan film has won the Academy Award in the International category, the country has submitted a few notable films such as 'The Letter' and 'Supa Modo'. 'One Woman, One Bra' is one of four micro-budget features selected for the 2025 Venice Film Festival, marking a significant milestone for Kenyan-Nigerian collaboration.
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