Nsimbi’s ‘Infinity’ puts Ugandan talent and landscapes on global screen

Creative duo Nsimbi have turned to cinema with Infinity, a musical film that combines Ugandan music, fashion, dance, poetry and cultural storytelling.

Nsimbi comprises Ugandan rapper GNL Zamba and his wife and singer Miriam Tamar. The pair wrote and executive-produced the film as part of their effort to introduce Uganda’s creative work to wider audiences.

Infinity follows a young boy who must overcome selfishness and rebuild his relationship with his community, nature and the universe. A wise shaman and the boy’s younger sister guide him through a journey of healing and personal change.

The production also highlights Uganda’s creative industry and natural beauty. Ugandan professionals handled its direction, cinematography, wardrobe, choreography, photography, sound and set design.

Rogers Matege directed the film, while Gashumba led the cinematography. Fashion designer Abbas Kaijuka handled the wardrobe and Lilian Nabagala managed the choreography.

Gats Bulega worked on photography, while Andrew Ahuura, also known as Quad A, and ABM handled sound and set design.

Uganda’s landscapes and cultural traditions form part of the story rather than serving only as its backdrop. The film also presents local fashion, music and performance to international audiences.

Infinity has screened at the American Centre Kampala, the German Cultural Centre and Alliance Française. It has also appeared at festivals and cultural venues in the United States.

These include the Micheaux Film Festival in Los Angeles, the People’s Film Festival in Harlem, New York, and the Las Vegas International Black Film Festival.

Other screenings include the Cleveland International Film Festival, Gasparilla International Film Festival in Miami, San Diego International Kids’ Film Festival, Albuquerque Film and Music Experience and Richmond International Film Festival.

The film has also reached audiences in London, Kinshasa and Nairobi, according to its producers.

Infinity earned a nomination at the Uganda Communications Commission’s Uganda Film Festival. It screened at Century Cinemax, Arena Mall, on August 26, 2026.

Nsimbi said cinema offered a natural extension of their work in music and cultural storytelling.

“We love film, music and fashion, and Infinity gave us the opportunity to bring all of those worlds together,” the duo said.

GNL Zamba and Tamar have built their sound around Lugaflow hip-hop, spoken word, indigenous African instruments and world music. Through Infinity, they seek to use cinema to promote Uganda’s tourism and creative industries.

Their House of Nsimbi platform also hopes to work with brands, filmmakers, fashion designers, cultural institutions and festivals to take Ugandan stories to more audiences.