The Northern Uganda Film Awards proudly presents the nominees for the 2025 ceremony. These talented filmmakers and performers represent the best of our region's vibrant cinema industry.
Scripted Media Ent
A historical epic about the last independent ruler of Acholiland, blending traditional storytelling with stunning cinematography of Northern Uganda's landscapes.
Leo Production
A poignant drama exploring the lives of women in post-conflict Northern Uganda, praised for its authentic performances and sensitive direction.
Dictator Ent
A gripping thriller about reconciliation and justice in communities affected by the LRA insurgency, notable for its balanced perspective.
Blaqboypictures
A vibrant comedy-drama following the interconnected lives of motorcycle taxi drivers in Gulu city, celebrated for its humor and local flavor.
Artist 4 Devpt.
A vibrant comedy-drama following the interconnected lives of motorcycle taxi drivers in Gulu city, celebrated for its humor and local flavor.
Dong Bulker
A vibrant comedy-drama following the interconnected lives of motorcycle taxi drivers in Gulu city, celebrated for its humor and local flavor.
Lakwed
My Culture Karamoja
Beyond the Compound
Eco Nyumba
As I Dream
Frankies Heart2
Brought regal dignity and human vulnerability to his portrayal of the legendary Rwot (King) Awich.
Dont Look Back
His intense performance as a former child soldier struggling with reinvention was both raw and restrained.
Candia The Orphan
Displayed remarkable range in this comedic yet heartfelt performance as a boda boda driver with big dreams.
City Of Destiny
Displayed remarkable range in this comedic yet heartfelt performance as a boda boda driver with big dreams.
Dont Look Back
Displayed remarkable range in this comedic yet heartfelt performance as a boda boda driver with big dreams.
Dont Look Back
Displayed remarkable range in this comedic yet heartfelt performance as a boda boda driver with big dreams.
Atin Kot
Delivered a stirring performance as a man caught between tradition and modernity, showcasing deep emotional nuance.
The Crush
Balanced humor and heartbreak in a compelling portrayal of young love and self-discovery.
As I Dream
Brought raw vulnerability to a dreamer navigating trauma, hope, and redemption.
Dwe Me Acaki
Portrayed resilience and inner conflict in the face of war and personal loss.
Lakwed
Commanded the screen with intensity as a man facing the ghosts of his past.
One Last Puff
A gripping performance capturing addiction, regret, and the final chance for change.
Raymond Films
Aber Gloria Ayaa
Dictator Entertainment
Janah Nabakiibi
Dong Bul Ker
Nimaro Precious
Northhood Productions
Odong Kara Remmy / Aber Challort
Dongkara Emmanuel
Nimaro Precious
As I Dream
Skilled in seamless storytelling and emotional pacing.
The Volt
Crafted energetic sequences with rhythmic flow.
Lakwed
Blended intense scenes with precision and clarity.
One Last Puff
Expertly cut emotional beats into a gripping timeline.
My Culture Karamoja
Balanced cultural expression and narrative structure.
Eco Nyumba
Delivered compelling transitions with creative finesse.
Chandia The Orphan
Her powerful yet subtle performance as a war widow rebuilding her life anchored the emotional core of the film.
Tears Of Akello
Commanded the screen as a businesswoman navigating male-dominated spaces in 1980s Uganda.
Frankie's Heart
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
Tears Of Akello
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
My Culture Karamoja
Her powerful yet subtle performance as a war widow rebuilding her life anchored the emotional core of the film.
Trash Woman
Commanded the screen as a businesswoman navigating male-dominated spaces in 1980s Uganda.
Dont Look Back
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
Cost Of Agony
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
Atin Kot
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
Shame Of Puberty
Brought strength and complexity to her role as the king's principal wife during turbulent times.
Eleva Productions
Follows traditional dancers preserving cultural heritage while addressing trauma from the northern conflict.
Eleva Productions
Explores the environmental and social impact of the Nile River on Northern Ugandan communities.
Women In Film Ug
A decade-long study of IDP camp residents returning home and rebuilding their lives with remarkable resilience.
Leo Production
Costume Design Team
BlaqBoyMedia
Costume Design Team
Dong Bul Ker
Costume Design Team
Women in Film UG
Costume Design Team
Women in Film UG
Costume Design Team
Artists 4. Devpt.
Costume Design Team
Dong Bul Ker
Soundtrack by Bar Lweny-Daugly Fresh
Dong Bul Ker
Soundtrack by Daniel Lowly Mbabazi
BlaqBoyMedia
Soundtrack by Don't Mess with Me - A. Daniela
Film 256
Soundtrack by Sherry Princess
Dictator Ent.
Soundtrack by Joses Arins
Artists 4. Devpt.
Soundtrack by Yamo
BlaqBoyMedia
For breathtaking landscape shots and innovative battle sequence cinematography.
BlaqBoyMedia
Intimate, naturalistic lighting that enhanced the film's emotional realism.
Leo Production
Intimate, naturalistic lighting that enhanced the film's emotional realism.
Dictator Ent
Intimate, naturalistic lighting that enhanced the film's emotional realism.
Northhood Films
Intimate, naturalistic lighting that enhanced the film's emotional realism.
BlaqBoyMedia
Intimate, naturalistic lighting that enhanced the film's emotional realism.
The Acholi King
Blending traditional Acholi instruments with orchestral arrangements.
Dancing Through the Pain
Innovative fusion of contemporary and traditional dance music.
Film256/Ruff Endz.
Otim/Akello/Nyeko
Dictator Ent.
Okumu Sylvester
WGFI/PMW
Moses Agenonga
Scripted Media Ent.
Doktar Raymond
True Dream Pictures
Okello Carlson Edwin
Fireworks Films
Ojaku Jimmy
Dictator Ent.
Omuta Dennis
Dong Bul Ker
Okullu Johnson Kibaju
Sisi Film Collective
Odongkara Emmanuel
Scripted Media
Okema Ambrose
Scripted Media
Opiyo Richard
Dong Bul Ker
Sound Production Team
Leo Productions
Sound Production Team
Scripted Media
Sound Production Team
BlaqBoyMedia
Sound Production Team
Eleva Productions
Sound Production Team
Pioneering filmmaker who established the first film production company in Northern Uganda in 1992.
Boda Boda Tales
At just 19, delivered a breakout comedic performance that stole every scene she was in.
This crowd-pleasing comedy resonated strongly with audiences across the region.
The winners will be announced at the 2025 Northern Uganda Film Awards ceremony on December 14th at the Gulu Grand Hotel.
Get Your Awards Night Tickets"Being nominated for a NUFA award is the highest honor for Northern Ugandan filmmakers. It validates our work and shows how far our industry has come."
Director
"NUFA has created a platform where our stories can shine. This year's nominees prove Northern Uganda is bursting with cinematic talent."
Director
"As an actor, seeing NUFA grow gives me hope. We're building an industry that can sustain careers right here in Northern Uganda."
Screenwriter / Actor
"NUFA celebrates not just films, but our culture, our resilience, and our ability to tell stories that resonate globally while remaining authentically local."
Writer
