By Noreen Kombe | Kibera Film School trainee
MY WORLD by Noreen Kombo
Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would make my own film. The My World short film project was full of ups and downs like any box-office production. The script was good, the casting was done and the budget was tight.
The night before my shoot I could not sleep. I commute using three public buses in Nairobi to get to Kibera Film School. I had no idea how to carry my props with me. Somehow I managed.
On the day of the shoot, my actors did not show up! Our former Kibera Film School trainees helped me out with the acting roles, makeup and general set up. It was a hectic day but I was glad my story was now on video tape. It was a very scary experience, but I will of course shoot another film again. It was fun.
I am looking forward to becoming an intern at Hot Sun Films after my training in order to perfect my skills as a writer, film editor and producer. I also want to volunteer at Hot Sun Foundation to help other youth learn filmmaking.
TAG LINE for my film My World
Kibera churns out another Media Mogul!
LOG LINE for my films
In her world, a fighting spirit is all Noreen has to become one of East Africa’s greatest storytellers.
SYNOPSIS for my film
Unsuccessful job hunting and empty promises take a toll on Noreen. Depression sets in. At the point of losing hope, she applies for a slot at the Kibera Film School. Her life takes a new turn as she gains filmmaking skills and gets mentored by the best in the industry. Noreen becomes one of the most sought after filmmakers in East Africa.
True life story
My World short film is based on my true life story. I was quite discouraged, until someone told me about Kibera Film School. Everything has changed since I became a trainee at Kibera Film School. The quality, the caring, the sharing at Hot Sun Foundation is unbelievable.
Message to Global Giving Friends
In the holiday spirit of giving, I urge all of our friends and supporters to give whatever you can to Hot Sun Foundation at http://goto.gg/3632. Your donation goes straight to film training for youth, which leads to transformation for them, their families, their communities.
A donation in the name of a friend or family member makes a special gift. You can also purchase our short films at www.buykiberakid.com. Look for My World by Noreen Kombe. Not yet out, but it will be!
Have a wonderful holiday.
Thanks for all you do!
Noreen Kombe
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