Black Glove is a 2021 Ugandan mystery-thriller-fashion noir film created and produced by Douglas Dubois Sebamala and directed by Angella Emurwon.[1] The film represents a significant contribution to Uganda's emerging film industry, combining elements of mystery, thriller, and fashion noir in a distinctly African context.[2][3][4]
The film follows three friends who embark on a vacation during Uganda's Independence Day celebrations. Their trip takes a dramatic turn when they encounter a beautiful woman whose mysterious actions lead to their investigation by authorities. As the story unfolds, the friends discover they cannot trust each other, and nothing is as it appears on the surface.[1]
Production
Black Glove was produced by Sebamala Arts in association with SOLOFX, marking a collaborative effort in Uganda's film industry.[1][4] The production faced significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, with creator Douglas Dubois Sebamala navigating the complexities of filmmaking during unprecedented global circumstances.[5]
Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the Kampala-based production maintained its schedule through pre-production and initial filming phases. The team planned to complete full production during the summer of 2021, followed by post-production processes.[5][3]
Cast
The film features a cast of Ugandan actors, including Laura Kahunde as Norah, Gladys Oyenbot as Shamila, Aganza Kisaka as Grace, Joy Agaba as Nankya, Morris Mugisha as Brook, Amon Nuwamanya as Nathan, Doreen Nabbanja as Mutabaazi and Sarah Nansubuga as Detective.The diverse cast brought together performers from different backgrounds within Uganda's entertainment industry.[2][1]
Genre and Style
Black Glove is classified as a "Fashion Noir" film, a distinctive genre classification that combines traditional film noir elements with contemporary fashion aesthetics.[1] This innovative approach to filmmaking positioned the movie as a unique entry in both Ugandan cinema and the broader African film landscape.[3]
Cultural Significance
Black Glove contributes to Uganda's growing film industry and represents the country's increasing capacity for producing sophisticated narrative cinema. The film's Independence Day setting connects the personal drama of the characters to broader themes of national identity and contemporary Ugandan society.[1]
The production's completion during the pandemic period demonstrated the determination of Ugandan filmmakers to continue creative work despite challenging circumstances. Douglas Dubois Sebamala's vision for the film emphasized its importance not only as entertainment but as a contribution to Uganda's cultural expression and film industry development.[5]
Reception and Distribution
The film's release in 2021 marked it as part of a new generation of Ugandan films seeking to reach both domestic and international audiences. The movie's classification and production values positioned it as a significant entry in contemporary African cinema, contributing to the continent's growing reputation for sophisticated film production.[5]
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