UBUNTU UPPERCUT short film (The African john wick) inspired by killbill

We did this Short Film to test out our new ARRI camera and lenses.. THE AFRICAN JOHN WICK

[@Syryu]

Let's see: -No shaky cam -Clear and creative choreography that displays character -Scenes that keep emotional engagement and tension without ruining it with a joke -Great effects such as that slicing the fly effect -Provides a good twist on what seems to be a straight forward story This is amazing work! Loukman Ali, you are already LIGHTYEARS ahead of most Hollywood productions here in America. Keep going and keep creating!

[@obetelTv]

Walahi! 💪🏾

[@mufesi4274]

On your about remove “strangling” an put *upcoming* ✅✅✅

[@LoukmanAli]

I appreciate the kind words 😊😊

[@StrongSmartBlackMan]

This is incredible as an African American media major this is what the African Diaspora needs. I know many people that would pay whatever the asking price to see our people painted in a positive light. ✊🏾

[@sinethembaMzwali]

Bro!!!!! 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@primederick]

Too all Ugandan Film 📽️ makers who are proud of Loukman let's gather here 🎉❤❤❤ Am so proud of you man

[@briankodawa3050]

I’m Kenyan, and even I’m proud of him.❤

[@ronaldjohn7189]

Wait He's a Ugandan?😯😮

[@Keltzzzz]

not Ugandian but i'm proud of this film

[@GoldKingsMan]

Met one Ugandan at my gym .

[@blackcurr3nt153]

What's your instagram

[@frankiefreemann]

I'm Nigerian & I honestly don't know how I came about this movie but it was simply amazing. Big Ups Guys, keep up the amazing work!

[@michaelwawuyojr7471]

Thank you 🙏

[@tideakin]

Have you seen Brotherhood,he directed it.

[@LoukmanAli]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@anti.hermma1710]

Especially when you don't have internet up in that bih

[@thepipplenetwork1669]

🎉honestly

[@truegamer2819]

it really warms my heart to see my people make content and getting all the love that they deserve 🥰

[@gershomalex6544]

The best short action clip I've ever seen. Extraordinary still feels like an understatement. A work of true genius.

[@KansiimeAnneEntertainer]

Wow wow wow...... As for the sliced fly 🐝 🗡 👌🏿

[@Mustafahabiyaremye]

Bee

[@ShutterbugStudios-kc7xx]

That was so impressive 🤗

[@oHelmy3131]

Very well written, directed, color stabilized, audio, sound efx, maaaaaan you got something beautiful going on! No dialog but so much said!!!! Love it!!!

[@xlgoldfish]

Congratulations, mad skillz from all of y'all involved. Super impressive choreography and visuals.

[@femianifowose5530]

Loukman Ali, the guy behind the Nigerian blockbuster film Brotherhood. You are Gifted sir, keep making Africa proud.

[@felixstephen9820]

Choreography and cinematography looks so professional ❤. Am proud of Africa for reaching such heights in entertainment 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Addi_Teacha509]

And climbing

[@spitflamez]

#FACTS

[@G.Ed01]

I also enjoyed

[@tteddyybear]

Good choreography, nice amount of action. Establishes he's a bad ass from the time this short film starts, then the antagonist bests him in seconds with one hand. That was actually my favorite part. Establishes that he's a real threat. I would definitely watch this movie over any movie that Hollyweird produces. I'm black from the U.S. and I've been watching martial arts movies for over 45 years. This is a must watch. My only criticism as a moviegoer is the excessive use of lens flares. But, it's not a big deal, just a personal thing. Wouldn't stop me from watching this at all. Great job. 😁

[@michaelwawuyojr7471]

I am the actor that played that part. Thank you. 🙏.

[@makoshark69x96]

YOU MUST HAVE SEEN ALL THE CLASSICS FROM HONG KONG LIKE SHAW BROTHERS & CHESS BOXING ! THE CHOREOGRAPHY HERE WAS VERY GOOD & THE GUYS ARE ALL HIGHLY SKILLED FIGHTERS ! I TOLD THEM THAT IF THEY USED CLASSIC HONG KONG SOUND EFFECTS, THEIR MOVIES WOULD BE PERFECT ! SOUND EFFECTS ARE VERY IMPORTANT.... HAND TO HAND SOUND EFFECTS.... SWORD TO SWORD SOUND EFFECTS.... HOLLYWOOD DOESN'T KNOW SH*T ABOUT SOUND EFFECTS OR CHOREOGRAPHY OF FIGHT SCENES !

[@mattbuszko]

amazing@@michaelwawuyojr7471

[@saintklaxic7572]

​@@michaelwawuyojr7471 can i chat u up

[@gboyflip]

Love it, these films show the talent both from production and direction as well as skill of the actors

[@igordasunddas3377]

That's awesome. No shaky camera, no weird propaganda, just choreography and a bit of storytelling. I'd watch the full movie.

[@MthabisiMoyo-fr8jj]

Me too

[@anniatillmon2512]

Same , this was good .

[@georgep9907]

all art is propaganda but go off

[@dallasstang2818]

The last four or five fights didn’t even happen tho. I mean even the boss fight was pretty… weak.

[@lastking235]

Does anyone notice that this is essentially a "Silent Movie" without being silent. Another way to look at it is that this is a music video because there's no dialogue but just visuals to the sound score. Simply Brilliant. I'm scared that Hollywood is going to take Loukman away from us and make him an offer he can't refuse. I think he is as good as Ryan Coogler the Black Panther Director.

[@johnmichael9055]

This is what I am afraid of. We cannot afford to keep this talent groping in the shadows. Loukman has mastered the craft.

[@SushiBurritoPapi]

No brother you’re the only one to notice that.

[@KennethKetchum]

better than Coogler with those fight scenes.

[@joshuasilambo350]

Such a good quality movie. It gives me proud of being an African and it's about time for us Africa to have an industry

[@BenCaesar]

Amazing !!! So good to see an African production

[@Nkelebe]

This is absolutely brilliant. Please consider developing this into a full movie. The fight scenes, sequence, sound and production are completely perfect. Job well done

[@DeliriousPablo]

Excellent performance by the entire Production team. This is the kind of African content I want to see aired on our platforms and cinemas. Am so proud of your work 👋👋

[@AugustBhema]

To sum this up in two words...SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

[@serenitychozen]

PLEASE LET THERE BE A PART 2,3,4,5,6,7 ..........ETC TO THIS. RARELY AM I EVER THIS EXCITED AND ENTERTAINED.

[@mohammedd.konneh4970]

This is beautiful. Am proud of you guys. African Movie Industries are gradually improving their activities.

[@r.b.6432]

Hummm? I'VE SEEN! AFRICAN, TRAP! African lofi, African rap, African Ragge, etc etc! Know wonder Africans love Europeans so much because y'all always copying other people's art like they do! This was trash like everything else in Africa!

[@dots560]

I'm Nigerian and this here is epic stuff. Don't stop!!!

[@TheYarbros]

Poetic, technical and storytelling. The cinematography was on par with the story. Great work!

[@OJLove5]

WOWEOWOWOWOWOWOWWO!!!!!!! This was absolutely amazing, I have tears in my eyes. I’m American living in Colombia just browsing KZbin and stumbled upon this.

[@sisonke.kalipa]

The quality of this is out of this world! ❤‍🔥

[@onuohaudochukwu6180]

Loukman took me to China and back. I loved the twist at the end. One would have thought the husband was the target, and that his daughter was his wife. Little did I know that the wife was the real target. Great piece of work, Loukman. And, as usual, you never fail to inspire a fellow filmmaker

[@LoukmanAli]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@onuohaudochukwu6180]

@@LoukmanAli yes, I did. I am also glad you made this piece. Like we say here in Naija: you sabi this feem thing 👌🏽

[@tinnakajackson3131]

Excellent excellent. Where is part two I can’t find it I subscribed.

[@onuohaudochukwu6180]

@@tinnakajackson3131 there's no part (at least for now)

[@NGXA]

From South Africa, this is cinema , talent, plot, acting, and amazing filming.

[@L.I.2RVA]

BRAVO!!!! This was great! My goodness...this was the real deal. Better Than HOLLYWOOD.....Facts!!!

[@keysfortheking]

You guys have no idea how much some of us pray for Ugandan movie industry to grow. I’m starting to proudly see the growth of quality .. Thank you so much, whatever is needed, make it known, we have active prayer closets to make sure you get all you need. Can’t wait to see the next ones representing African culture and norms in the contemporary setting

[@TheMannis.]

From now on I'm intentionally watching our movies. Thanks to these guys.

[@mukundramanan6295]

Congrats to the director, cast and crew. This was better than a hollywood movie. The background score was amazing.

[@jblasutavario9549]

This was awesome 🙌 I love the African/Far Eastern fusion of martial arts, costume and aesthetics Great cinematography and choreography

[@alikibirige3916]

I love the transition from husband to wife can't wait to see another part

[@WritingEliteGaming]

This short film has potential, I like it! It has the right blend of action and story telling.

[@sugarwithbass]

Love this! The storytelling, the way it was shot, the acting, the stunts. Loved it all.

[@kirumira67]

I'm ugandan n im glad i also found this!! i need more!!!

[@musacj]

Actually, it's unbelievable that this is content by an African, produced in Africa. It's clear, no shady acting. the only thing missing is a proper dialog, an original story line, and music that doesn't sound like it comes from an Asian movie. I like the fact that it's not what we're always portrayed as in Africa, with a witchcraft, sick people, or any other African stories we already know about. Great camera test.

[@SMinty21]

Great film!! With ideas and execution like this, I think Uganda can be a leader in action thrillers in Africa❤

[@bamboobronson8210]

Sound design, color grading, special effects, post effects, framing, composition, edits, transitions. It’s all splendidly satisfying to observe.

[@LoukmanAli]

Glad you like it!

[@DoubleDee-Beatz]

Awesome Cinematography, awesome choreography, awesome acting. Two thumbs up👍🏿👍🏿💯

[@shotgunfilms]

Ya u inspire me to make movies and let me hope all Ugandans are turning there minds to this. U hv shown us what we hav e to do thanks alot loukman

[@mel-bp1kp]

Damn the filming and acting without using words made this even more impressive Great Work Guys

[@pauljohnson3442]

Very well put together short. Definitely should be proud of the production and the actors that contributed to this. I would watch an entire film of this. Absolutely great job

[@DJOneArm]

The tea sippin', umbrella holdin', kid knappin' individual is in trouble.

[@MfezekoMatshoba]

This is brilliant work. Top quality production. Here's what I would love to see: More experimentation with our own cultures, outfits, music, etc. (if possible even the martial arts). We need to find our own authentic African look and make it look appealing to the world. I'm not taking anything away from this. This is amazing quality and I love the little plot twist in the end. ❤ Keep up the good work guys😊

[@LoukmanAli]

Thanks! Will do!

[@michaelmaps2004]

You are very correct. Just imagine with the vibrant and colorful african (ugandan) culture it will appeal to many as they will want to take a look at the culture.

[@ruthsherman2507]

Martial Arts...please.

[@MfezekoMatshoba]

@@michaelmaps2004 Influence is very much dependent on entertainment. You give the world something new, authentic, appealing and entertaining, you are not only selling your content, you are introducing your unique culture to the world. If they fall in love with it, they will want to come and visit your country, and experience it themselves. There goes your tourism skyrocketing, and many other sectors. Embracing our cultures and advertising them to the world is one of the most powerful things we can do for our continent. Look at what Afro Beats is doing for Nigeria. Look at what the dance culture is doing for South Africa. People are always looking out for the next new thing. Not a repetition of the same thing they've been consuming for decades.

[@vivianawhite8280]

This. It's awesome, but it does seem a bit.... familiar

[@extrmly_focsd]

The art in this is unmatched!

[@chimwemweshaba]

I appreciate the fact that there is basically zero talking, which makes it universally watchable. Great job..

[@trevorraleyslammert6406]

I must say I am really impressed with this movie it is truly amazing.

[@djdrphilthescientist161]

We look forward to a full 1 hour or so movie 🎥🍿 The fight choreography, script, and martial arts 🥋skills is 💯

[@sadatkimera7957]

Wow! I like the fact that Loukman Ali you've changed the flow of the Ugandan movie industry and you really set a pace. Thanks for opening young African eyes and inspiring them into industry simply by watching your work. We are really inspired, motivated, and grateful to you. Thank you for the good work done. We have now started seeing Uganda winning the Oscar Awards.

[@jamespetermugerwa988]

This is amazingly beautiful and to see that it’s a local production, I get goose bumps 🥰😍🥰

[@mufuliramark]

It’s king fu movies from the 70’s, but African. Brilliant! I grew up in Mufulira, Zambia and whenever a Bruce Lee or any Kung fu film came out, me and my mates were there.

[@johnboscomwanje4570]

This is so inspiring. I see Uganda Movie Industry above the clouds. 👍

[@overlord_shafiq8469]

This is the way to build our film industry, I'm really proud the videography m vfx is on point

[@jaymo_kioko]

very cinematic love the action i donna why i had to wait for two months to watch this also love that bro did the fighting bare footed😂

[@DaRudeBwoy1]

This was absolutely phenomenal. Definitely should be made into a full length feature film. 💪🏾🇭🇹

[@sulaimanconteh9531]

This is so so cool, I really don't know much about movie concepts but one thing I'm so happy for is to see Africans producing and making classic movies with good stories as well. I'm from Sierra Leone and I really do appreciate your work sir. Continue doing the best and bringing Uganda and Africa at the top. Hope to see the end of THE AFRICAN JOHN WICK.

[@TM-nc2lf]

these have got to be the best visuals to come out of East Africa. Amazing Work Guys 👏👏

[@historyfellow3684]

All Shaw Brothers movies summed up in 5 minutes. Love it.

[@biggettistar5783]

Nice, kill Bill and John wick, two of my favorites together, with an all black cast gotta love it.

[@alin7475]

I love how I can compile the story without a dialogue and it's amazing to watch something this classy from Ugandans. So proud

[@memyself355]

I hope there is a second part this Nyabo looks badass 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@The_Hobbyist...]

as someone who is big on cinematography, this is really beautiful the lighting and color grading is really beautiful!

[@levels6346]

👏👏👏👏👏 For the culture. For the people of the sun ☀️

[@hcseries155]

He does his art so well even the main actors but the other actors

[@charlesaroma]

God damn.... Loukman did it again.. The martial arts intro in this video is absolutely mind-blowing! The precision, skill, and sheer athleticism displayed by the martial artist is simply mesmerizing. From the lightning-fast punches and kicks to the graceful movements and incredible control, every moment is packed with intensity and jaw-dropping action. It's a true testament to the beauty and power of martial arts. This intro is a must-watch for anyone who appreciates the Ugandan Film artistry and dedication.

[@kizzaivantonny5004]

Your not human Loukman! But instead you're a god of Lenses and choreography. Hollywood must to see this

[@DiscoverWithZion]

Great art, Loukman. We Niegerians appreciate your ingenuity.

[@nzuzibienvenuzola1210]

I LOVE THIS!! MOST INSPIRING AND INSANE TALENT I HAVE SEEN IN YEARS, BOTH IN FRONT AND BEHIND THE CAMERA.

[@cheptaimurcie2308]

GOAT filmmakers in UG😆. Big up to the creativity. It breaks the monotony in our industry

[@ucheemmanuel8466]

i had goosebumps watching this!!!!! damn!!!!

[@lionsdenozal]

Just got a lot of new diaspora fans in USA with this one! The Video Quality clear and sound affects the Bomb! Man that was a=a great short more please! My Husband and I watched it and are now looking for more Ugandan movies.

[@Mark-ss5wz]

a full story already imagining itself in my head...would love to see this in Cinema 🎦

[@imallanclerk]

Am always following your content from the day I discovered that we got natural artists in our country

[@khanyamtshixa2205]

I never smiled so much and felt proud I long time, great work

[@azooramicheal1071]

I believe this Movie has opened some doors .. your are the FUTURE... Amen

[@onuegbuchukwuemekaeric6795]

wow this is so amazing. Beautiful work of art, no dialogue but we felt and got the story. simply amazing

[@mrafricanstoryteller]

we so much need this guy in Nollywood, i kinda over loved the last film he did in Nollywood which is brotherhood, Loukman Ali is a badass cinematographer, crazy crazy

[@openypeterhopegheylord]

From Uganda, it's really a great job. Big up to the content creators. Africa to the next level. ✌️✌️.

[@gershomalex6544]

If this where a movie, it would be the greatest black action flick of all-time.

[@the_metaverse_company]

Much love from Nigeria. This is sick! Its Uganda baby!!! 🥳🥳🥳

[@otimchristopher4378]

We give thanks 🙏 Sir, am glad to have been part of this amazing work. May God bless you abundantly Mr Loukman Ali 🎉❤❤

[@rhinahressey2188]

Congratulations dear

[@johnmichael9055]

Nice. Which role did you play?

[@otimchristopher4378]

Grip. Behind the scenes

[@tezcoproductions4403]

That was cool. Glad I came across it. I thought that one cut up guy was gonna put up a good fight …but the monk is too powerful… wow. Love it

[@anthraX__26]

now this is how i expect african films to look. This was great, those other african films on TV before this one should be removed. A new standard in the industry is set.

[@DirectorBuruhan]

This is the best action short movie has been shot here in Uganda

[@marshalmhlongo7615]

Even Africa hahaha

[@DirectorBuruhan]

For sure

[@DirectorBuruhan]

Yes

[@thedeborah7328]

It's too beautiful to be called African John Wick. Please do part 2

[@mrtrap3000]

What a dope film! I never even thought of a African Martial arts story shot like a Wick Flic🎥🎉🎬🤯

[@shadeedmuhammad8107]

Thank you all the way from Texas. You have giving me something to allow my children to watch. It is decent, lesson teaching and action filled. Plus it is black! Much love and Respect.......BLACKEVERY THING

[@generalsagmandia8239]

I am African American. This was excellent!! I cannot wait for part 2! You are delighting African peoples worldwide. Keep it up! One Africa 🌍 🙌🏾

[@joshbonds0073]

Yessir we keep needing to make movies that show our people in positive images instead of white people making us look negative

[@worksofIvor]

Guess who's back with another masterpiece 🎉...am in love with its sound design and sound scape at large. This is beautiful.

[@user-ld6xn2zq5o]

This is really cool!!! I love the dude who basically got deleted with one kick.

[@Maruwasa]

The cinematography is great - the umbrella fight was well done.

[@IvanNammanda]

This is next level martial arts. The entire cast is just superb, thank you Loukman Ali for making this. #UbuntuUppercut 🥋

[@LoukmanAli]

My pleasure

[@directoraliasterricust9314]

As a colourist and editor. I'm just in love with the cut and the way you colour graded the picture. And credit to your team bro mostly the lighting director 💪💪👌

[@LoukmanAli]

Thanks a ton!

[@timbocrazy]

I've been into martial training most of my life and I personally love this clip. More please.

[@CW-rh4jz]

Wow, this short film was amazing, the villain intro set the tone with no dialogue. You guys are extremely talented. Keep up the good work, success is on route 👏🏿

[@aziizdtrainer5569]

Yeah indeed we needed this ❤

[@josephmoiisekouadio8487]

Amazing ! it just blew my mind and gave me hope, because African can make great things too, congrats to everyone of this crew, keep the level up❤🔥👏🏿

[@onemafia6027]

A true Uppercut of a storyline, what a twist but then again master 4 eyes fought the father while holding an umbrella

[@antoniobrownjr3106]

Wow just wow wow woe wow ❤❤❤❤❤ can't wait subscribed right now