Mapenzi Ya Mungu
2014 film by Alex Wasponga
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mapenzi Ya Mungu, also known as God's Love, is a 2014 Tanzanian drama film[1] directed by Alex Wasponga and produced by Elizabeth Michael.[2] It stars Michael, Linah Sanga, and Florah Mtegoha.
Directed byAlex Wasponga
Screenplay byLeah Mwendamseke (Lamata)
Story byElizabeth Michael
Produced byElizabeth Michael
| Mapenzi Ya Mungu | |
|---|---|
 Promotional poster | |
| Directed by | Alex Wasponga |
| Screenplay by | Leah Mwendamseke (Lamata) |
| Story by | Elizabeth Michael |
| Produced by | Elizabeth Michael |
| Starring |
|
| Edited by | Farid Uwezo |
Production company | Uwezo Production |
| Distributed by | Proin Promotions |
Release date |
|
Running time | 70 minutes |
| Country | Tanzania |
| Language | Swahili |
Cast
- Elizabeth Michael as Shikana[3]
- Linah Sanga as Neema
- Florah Mtegoha
- Musa Yusuph as Kitale
Production
Filming
The film was shot in Dar Es Salaam.[citation needed]
Marketing
The trailer was released on Proin Promotion's YouTube Channel.[4]
Release
The film was screened at the Zanzibar International Film Festival and was nominated to compete for the Zuku Bongo Movies Awards.[5] It was released on 27 October 2014 online and through DVD release.[citation needed]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Event | Prize | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Zanzibar International Film Festival | Zuku Bongo Movie Awards | Mapenzi Ya Mungu | Nominated | |
| 2016 | 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards | Best Movie East Africa | Won | [6] |
