Bedroom Chains has debuted on Amazon Prime Video and is now available for streaming. This announcement came from the movie producers, Nisha Kalema and Hassan Mageye, through their social media platforms.

The film tells the story of Natasha, an extroverted woman who faces discrimination from her father because of her gender. She is later sold to Indian traders but eventually returns to Uganda, where her presence ignites a movement for women's liberation. Her legacy and ambitions endure even after her passing.

Set in mid-20th century Uganda, the movie tackles discrimination, justice, and liberation themes. The cast includes Idris Lubega, Joanah Jojo Nabakiibi, Nisha Kalema, and Jeff Walusimbi, among others. Directed by Hassan Mageye and co-produced by Nisha Kalema, the film has garnered tremendous acclaim since its premiere in 2022.

The premiere took place in a vibrant event at Century Cinemax Acacia on June 1st, 2022, coinciding with the Ugandan Film Festival screenings. The film received over 11 nominations in the festival that year, including Best Feature Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actress in a Lead Role, and Best Costume Design nominations, winning two awards that night for Best Costume Design (Irene Sseremba) and Best Screenplay (Hassan Mageye). 

Nisha Kalema accepting the Award for Best Actress in Lead Role at the 2023 iKon Awards. Photo Credit: MBU

Subsequently, Bedroom Chains has continued its success with additional awards, including two more at the iKon Awards 2023, where Nisha Kalema won Best Actress in a Lead Role, and Irene Sseremba secured another win for costume design.

The film has also achieved success in distribution, being one of the few Ugandan films distributed by Qatar Airways in 2023. Now available on a widely accessible platform, viewers can find Bedroom Chains on Amazon Prime Video and experience its impactful storytelling.

By Cinema Ug