10 ways to push Kenya film culture forward Kenya’s film culture has incredible potential, but progress requires intentionality.
Another year of sequels: Paddington, Superman, Minecraft, Fantastic Four and other cash grabs 2025 is shaping up to be an interesting year for entertainment but hopefully, we will be here for the good and most importantly for the bad and the flops.
Humanimals: Exhibition unmasks animal instincts in us The exhibition can be considered a guide for recognising the animal within us in its almost raw and unfiltered form.
Mo-Faya season 1: What works, what doesn’t and what could be better The story is familiar and easy to follow. The direction uses tension effectively to bring you back for the next episode.
A Very Kenyan Sketch: Show Smart film-stand-up hybrid explores silliness of Kenyans Created by filmmaker Erick Muriuki and comedian Doug Mutai, A Very Kenyan Sketch Show dissects Kenyan culture using a blend of satire and comedy.
On screen: All- Kenyan bingeworthy films and shows to kick off your 2025 Beyond patriotism, Kenyan TV and film production teams in 2024 delivered.
Fragile mastery: How Tonney became a master glass artist Tonney’s architectural projects, like stained glass windows, require collaboration with architects and clients.
Box office 2024: Animation, Sequels, Prequel dominate As of December 2024, these are the 20 highest-grossing Hollywood movies.
Deaths, comedy: Memorable 2024 in the theatre industry The year was indeed memorable, perhaps more for the audiences who sought catharsis through the weekly performances, in a year that has been challenging on many fronts.
From glass to brush, two tales of artistic mastery From the main building, poignant for its colonial heritage, to the artefacts it houses, any art lover will find a haven within the Karen Village.
What sets Nation Photo Awards winners apart The Nation Photo Awards are the first major awards in Kenya to exclusively celebrate the work of photographers from all walks of life.
Who won the 2024 Game Awards? Astro Bot—a solid platformer from Playstation won Game of the Year! But I really believed Black Myth: Wukong deserved the win.
The Hot Seat: Sharp, unfiltered, and unapologetically Kenyan The Hot Seat is brutal—in the best way. Just don’t watch it with your children.
4Play: A raunchy look at Nairobi middle class men's struggles The show stars Daniel Weke, Elsaphan Njora, Maina wa Ndungu, and Bilal Wanjau as Malik, Allan, Edu, and Michael, respectively.
'Makosa Ni Yangu': Timely, impactful film but generic and safe While the film addresses an important issue, the storytelling feels safe and predictable.
Patterns of Beauty: 50 years of body art from across Africa From the exhibition, one can get a sense of intimacy with their works that highlight the ceremonial aspect of communities across Africa.
The Nutcracker: DCK Ballerinas stage enthralling 19th century classic play The Nutcracker is set on Christmas Eve at the Stahlbaum Home.
Sketchy Africans: Chaos to comedy, a Kenyan movie that nails it. Well, almost This is a comedy rooted in familiar yet intriguing situations The humor doesn’t feel forced or gimmicky. In simple terms there was a story to begin with.
On Air: Crime on radio, a true story to watch with your ears Directed and produced by Edwin Nyongesa under Bingi/Wabe Films, On Air revolves around a dramatic standoff after a failed robbery.
Yesterday's Price... Young Tanzanian pan-African artist takes on neocolonialism Like Marcus Garvey, a Jamaican activist from the late 1800s, Mihayo’s passion for the African people speaks through his art.
Culture, nature and music: Pungula Pa's quest to revive identity through animation Pungulu Pa is the animation studio behind the show Ulli and Tata’s African Nursery Rhymes.
2 Asunder: Stylish exploration of dark family secrets crippled by flawed script Its production design, cinematography, and decent performances make it worth watching.
Family, festivity, and redemption on stage The play credits itself to the spirit of Christmas which is one of joy, generosity and sharing.
Dune Prophecy: Politically charged, visually stunning, but was prequel needed? The cinematography, specifically lighting and shadow, makes for a visually pleasing picture and helps amplify some intense moments.
Gladiator 2: A crowd-pleasing sequel that's unlike the original Every element, from cinematography to costumes, feels meticulously designed to transport you to ancient Rome.
