2018 seems to be the year that registers the most Black Excellence in entertainment. Numerous movies have been produced, nominated for and won awards. They have also broken records like Black Panther at the Box Office. They have been highly acclaimed by fans worldwide. One such amazing movie is Supa Modo.
The movie is set in Maweni village and chronicles the struggles of Jo, a young girl who wants to be a superhero but is battling a terminal illness. The prognosis isn’t good so her mother decides to take her home from hospital so she can spend her last days resting, surrounded by loved ones.
Jo however doesn’t like the idea of lying around and being pitied. She holds on to the vivid idea in her mind of her being a superhero. Her family and village see her determination and work together to make her dream come true.
The film invokes various emotions of sadness, hope, happiness and inspiration as you watch it. It focuses on Jo’s family while also roping in the importance of community support. It’s an inspiring movie for children, encouraging them to pursue their dreams even in the midst of adversity.
Supa Modo is as Kenyan as it can get, from the cast to authentic accents and language used: Kiswahili, English, Sheng and Kikuyu.
