Lusala
“The Past Will Always Find You”
Synopsis
Lusala, adopted by an affluent Nairobi family a decade ago is imposed on to leave home and start on his own. Eager and willing at first, he makes the most of his life, until the demons from his past return, and he faces them on his own.
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Lusala (2019) | Movie Trailer | Showmax in KenyaOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-17
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Brian Ogola
Lusala
Stycie Waweru
Bakhita
Alan Oyugi
Onesmus
Alyce Wangari
Joma
Mkamzee Chao Mwatela
Beatrice
Gitura Kamau
Sospeter
Abu Majid
Lincoln
Shawn Karuga Igamba
Young Lusala
Melvin Alusa
Baba Lusala
Peter Kawa
Pastor
Charlie Karumi
Photographer
Papi Odeq
Sabuk
Zara Waiyego Macharia
Young Joma
Edijoe Mwaniki
Deacon 1
Victoria Gichora
Deacon 2
Isaya Evans
Asembo
Release History & Theatrical Window
International Film Festival Rotterdam
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mugambi Nthiga
- Screenplay & Story
- Oprah Oyugi, Silas Miami, Wanjeri Gakuru
- Original Score
- Eric Wainaina, Mbogua Mbugua Mbugua, Rushab Nadha
- Original Title
- Lusala
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Kenya
- Spoken Languages
- English, Swahili
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Ginger Ink Films, One Fine Day Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mugambi Nthiga
Oprah Oyugi, Silas Miami, Wanjeri Gakuru
Eric Wainaina, Mbogua Mbugua Mbugua, Rushab Nadha
Emma Nzioka
Kevin Wang'ombe
Sarika Hemi Lakhani, Tom Tykwer, Siobhain “Ginger” Wilson
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Wainaina
Original Music Composer
Kevin Wang'ombe
Editor
Sarika Hemi Lakhani
Producer
Siobhain “Ginger” Wilson
Producer
Mbogua Mbugua Mbugua
Original Music Composer
Rushab Nadha
Original Music Composer
Kevin Amwoma
Production Design
Emma Nzioka
Director of Photography
Mugambi Nthiga
Director
Oprah Oyugi
Writer
Silas Miami
Writer
Wanjeri Gakuru
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lusala
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lusala about?
Lusala, adopted by an affluent Nairobi family a decade ago is imposed on to leave home and start on his own. Eager and willing at first, he makes the most of his life, until the demons from his past return, and he faces them on his own.
Who directed Lusala?
Lusala was directed by Mugambi Nthiga.
Who stars in Lusala?
The principal cast of Lusala includes Brian Ogola, Stycie Waweru, Alan Oyugi, Alyce Wangari, Mkamzee Chao Mwatela.
When was Lusala released and how long is it?
Lusala was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Lusala?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lusala was composed by Eric Wainaina, Mbogua Mbugua Mbugua, Rushab Nadha.