Vanilla is a short film that tells the tale of a single mom who has dedicated her life to taking care of a daughter who has Down-syndrome. After a long unfruitful day of looking for work-placement for herself and her daughter, Miriam is confronted by Jessica, her hip, vibrant younger stepsister about the staleness of her life.
A Film By Angaza Kisaka
Yenze Theatre Conservatoire
Produced by Esteri Tebandeke
Starring OYENBOT, DENIS KINANI & MALAIKA
Music by Marci Onsinyo
This is a story that highlights the difficult decisions that parents, caretakers and guardians constantly face when looking after someone with intellectual disability. This film was made possible by Kuonyesha Art Fund & Destiny Leadership Consult. Yenze Theatre would like to thank Mrs. Joy Mwesigwa for all the help in the research for this film.