That Christmassy feeling is already warming up (just 91 days away!), we’re all making our lists of feel-good movies to rewatch. Well, folks, I’ve got a new addition for you, straight from the heart of Kenya: Boda Love.
It’s a cold rainy September 20, and we are gathered at Anga Cinema for the premiere of a film that has promised us a wild ride. Thankfully, the event organisers knew their audience well, keeping the drinks flowing to ward off the chill.
Let’s face it, in a world that often feels like it’s spinning off its axis, we all need a bit of mindless entertainment now and then. Boda Love delivers that in spades, with an extra serving of heartwarming moments and genuine laughs. It’s the kind of movie that reminds us why we fell in love with cinema in the first place — not to ponder the meaning of life really, but to feel good, laugh out loud, and maybe, just maybe, believe in happy endings.
Boda Love isn’t just a movie; it’s an experience that should be bottled and sold. It’s the kind of film that leaves you with a warm, fuzzy feeling — the same one you get when rewatching your favourite movie for the umpteenth time. It’s definitely earned its place in my feel-good film watchlist, right up there with the classics.
What makes “Boda Love” so special? It just makes sense. I know that sounds simple, but it’s the highest compliment one can give. Whether it’s the natural evolution of love or the well-crafted story, everything falls into place like perfectly arranged puzzle pieces.
The cast? Absolutely stellar. Duncan (where have you been hiding, sir?), Keith, and Nungari showed us sides we never knew they had, slipping into their roles with an ease that left us wondering if they were acting at all or if we’d accidentally stumbled into their personal lives. And you know Muthoni Gathecha in a mother role will always delivers, if ‘Mama Digital’ is anything to go by. We also have the ever-charming Justin Mirichi, a lover boy through and through. The chemistry between the co-stars was palpable, each performance complementing the others’ beautifully. It’s the kind of on-screen connection that makes you believe in love again, or at least in the power of a well-written script.
And the comedy? Pure Kenyan gold. It’s the kind of humour you’d hear from your local Kama or Kinuthia — authentic, relatable, and utterly hilarious. The filmmakers didn’t just create a rom-com; they captured the essence of Kenyan wit and charm.
Let’s not forget the scores. The use of Kenyan songs added another layer of authenticity to the film, though I can’t help but think they missed a golden opportunity by not including Boda Boda Yangu by Man Ingwe. It was right there!
In the end, Boda Love isn’t just another Kenyan rom-com; it’s the cinematic equivalent of comfort food. You know how sometimes you just need to switch off your brain, curl up on the couch, and lose yourself in a story that doesn’t require a PhD to understand? That’s Boda Love in a nutshell. It’s the perfect escape hatch from reality, offering a blissful two hours where your biggest worry is whether the main characters will end up together (It’s a rom-com, what do you think?).
So, what are you waiting for? When you’re planning your next movie night, make sure Boda Love is on the list. Trust me, it’s a ride you won’t want to miss.
For pictorial moments visit the link Boda Love Album
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