The Woman Who Poked the Leopard
After the screening, Stella Nyanzi’s daughter Baraka Bah and producer Phil Wilmot will join moderator Eunice Schumacher for a conversation about Uganda and what it is like to grow up as the child of an activist.
Buy ticketsAge limit Alle
Language English
Runtime 1h 47m
Original title The Woman Who Poked the Leopard
GenreDocumentary
Country Uganda, South Africa, Germany, USA
Year 2025
Director Patience Nitumwesiga
Cinematography Racheal Mambo, Phil Wilmot
Producer Rosie Motene, Patience Nitumwesiga, Phil Wilmot, Natalia Imaz, Menzi Mhlongo
Format DCP
Links IMDb
Stella Nyanzi has never been afraid to speak out against those in power.
The story follows the strong-willed human rights activist and feminist Stella Nyanzi, who uses her voice to challenge Uganda’s president. But challenging the authorities has consequences.
The Woman Who Poked the Leopard is an inspiring story of a mother of three who refuses to stay silent in her fight for a freer and more just future for her children.
Age limit Alle
Language English
Runtime 1h 47m
Original title The Woman Who Poked the Leopard
GenreDocumentary
Country Uganda, South Africa, Germany, USA
Year 2025
Director Patience Nitumwesiga
Cinematography Racheal Mambo, Phil Wilmot
Producer Rosie Motene, Patience Nitumwesiga, Phil Wilmot, Natalia Imaz, Menzi Mhlongo
Format DCP
Links IMDb
