Logline
A Divine Journey profiles a young changemaker, Divine Mugisha, striving to overcome the hardships of living in extreme poverty. The story follows her heroic journey as she sets out to study psychology to treat depression and prevent suicides in disadvantaged and refugee communities.
Divine grew up in extreme poverty, facing hunger and mental health challenges. Despite her struggles, she dedicates her life to creating change and advocating for human rights. As a young advocate, she started Supportive Pillar Organization, a CBO dedicated to helping youth stay in school. On a mission to address mental health issues, Divine recognizes she must now leave home to pursue her own education so she can better serve her community.
Award & Distribution Highlights
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Official Selection — Indie Shorts International Film Festival (2024)
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Winner — Best Documentary — NoHo CineFest (2024)
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Distributed by Splicer Films for educational and community screenings
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Featured by Unmasked Film as part of social impact storytelling