Samuel Wanjohi - Sundance Collab

Samuel is a Nairobi-based documentary filmmaker and the Founder of Life Spark Studios, a creative documentary storytelling hub and production studio focused on thoughtful, character-driven narratives with global resonance. His work has appeared on platforms such as Bloomberg and Cognizant, with his latest work recently acquired by Scientific American. A 2023 VC Solutions Storytelling Project Fellow and part of the 2021 One World Media Fellowship cohort, Samuel has earned recognition from festivals and awards, including the Montreal International Black Film Festival and the Kalasha Film & TV Awards. He is committed to elevating everyday voices and telling impactful, human-centered stories that spark conversation, inspire reflection, and make meaningful contributions to society.

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46 DAYS

Creator: Samuel Wanjohi

46 DAYS

Creator: Samuel Wanjohi

Following his illegal incarceration for challenging the Kenyan government during a 1982 attempted coup, Wahinya wa Boore, now aged, is still in a relentless pursuit of justice for the unlawful arrest and torture. Though his strength is failing, his resolute is unstoppable.

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46 DAYS

Creator: Samuel Wanjohi

46 DAYS

Creator: Samuel Wanjohi

Even after the recent demise of Daniel Moi, the second and longest-serving President of Kenya, the wounds he inflicted on those who disagreed with him during his rule remain fresh. This is a portrait of one of the victims who underwent physical and psychological torture during the Moi era, and who still feels resentful decades later.