Finding Hillywood (2013)

The Power Of Film To Heal

“Finding Hillywood” is an inspirational film about the making of the Rwandan film industry and the power of film to change and heal individuals and communities. It tells the story of how a nation, still healing from the 1994 genocide, creates a film industry as both an outlet for the pain and a way to bring entertainment and a new industry to the population. Hillywood, which is named for Rwanda’s hilly terrain, is a traveling film festival that screens films made by, about, and for Rwandans. The festival goes from town to town, setting up public, outdoor screenings, on inflatable screens, to showcase Rwandan films.

Director: Christopher Towey, Leah Warshawski
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Zain Effendi
Editing: Eric Frith
Country: Rwanda, United States of America
Language: English, Kinyarwanda
Budget: $500,000
Original Language: en

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Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Finding Hillywood about?
“Finding Hillywood” is an inspirational film about the making of the Rwandan film industry and the power of film to change and heal individuals and communities. It tells the story of how a nation, still healing from the 1994 genocide, creates a film industry as both an outlet for the pain and a way to bring entertainment and a new industry to the population. Hillywood, which is named for Rwanda’s hilly terrain, is a traveling film festival that screens films made by, about, and for Rwandans. The festival goes from town to town, setting up public, outdoor screenings, on inflatable screens, to showcase Rwandan films.
Who directed Finding Hillywood?
Finding Hillywood was directed by Christopher Towey, Leah Warshawski.
Who stars in Finding Hillywood?
Finding Hillywood stars Ayuub Kasasa Mago, Eric Kabera, Rodrigues Karekezi, Nicole Kalisa Umotoni, Richmond Runanira.
How long is Finding Hillywood?
Finding Hillywood has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Finding Hillywood?
Finding Hillywood is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of Finding Hillywood?
Finding Hillywood had a budget of $500,000.
Where was Finding Hillywood produced?
Finding Hillywood was produced in Rwanda, United States of America.