Graduation Festival
AFDA Study Year: 3rd year
Genre: experimental
Running Time: 12
Rating: S
Viewing Restriction: 18
In "Warm" (2023), a young couple's routine is explored. Dolly's role of a home-maker is demanded through Ngozi's dominance. Dolly decides to break free, but struggles due to societal expectations. A dream sequence reveals her ingrained entrapment. Despite seeking liberation, Dolly realizes societal norms confine her. Her death brings no escape, as Ngozi objectifies her, emphasizing her lack of freedom. The film delves into Dolly's struggle for autonomy within a stifling framework.
Preshie Mthembu - Dolly
NK Ngcobo - Ngozi
Wangui Ngotho - Precious
Writer - Lindo Mthimkhulu
Director - Lindo Mthimkhulu
Executive Producer - AFDA
Associate Producer - Neo Dube
Associate Producer - Ndili Stamper
Assitant Producer - Sinenhlanhla Sibisi
Cinematographer - Lithalelanga Vena, Mpilo Nyoka , Linda Kaunda
Production Designer - Anele Khanyile
Costume, Make-up and Styling - Anele Khanyile
Editor - Lindo Mthimkhulu, Andile Shandu
Sound Design - Emihle Madikizela, Vuyo Biyela
Composer - Emihle Madikizela, Neo Dube
Visual Effects - Linda Kaunda, Ndili Stamper, Emihle Madikizela
Data Wrangler - Lithalelanga Vena, Linda Kaunda
Colourist/Grader - Linda Kaunda, Lithalelanga Vena