The 2022 Grantees
Introducing the inaugural KOSINIMA Short Film Grant grantees, who, over the next year, will be creating their short films.
Read more below!
In My Garden (narrative)
After the loss of her closest friend, Safiyah pushes through her lonely life by shutting out the world. Succumbing to the weight of her self-isolation, Safiyah is fired from her job and comforted by words from a generous stranger, who, during a fun girls' night, shows her a new meaning of "friend".
Model Citizen (documentary)
Withheld pay, verbal abuse, lack of privacy, and sexual assault are all overlooked due to a significant lack of regulation, making the Nigerian fashion industry exploitative. Model Citizen examines the experiences of Nigerian models to shine a light on the dark side of their career.
“In My Garden” trailer, directed by Zahri Josita Jackson
Pepo Kali (narrative)
A year after her daughter's death in a motorcycle accident, Wairimu (60), decides to learn how to ride a motorbike herself. The loss and regret she still grapples with intensifies with every lesson.