Laser Arts Ensemble’s Funeral Madness follows Loretta, portrayed by Beatrice Mwai, as she engages in a bitter struggle with her brother-in-law, played by Michael Oluoch, over the land owned by her late husband. This conflict, fueled by religious and tribal differences, provokes a strong reaction from Loretta’s children, who come together to defend their late father and confront the rivaling duo.
Funeral Madness had the potential to be even better, thanks to the strong performances from the two leads, Michael Oluoch and Beatrice Mwai. While the engaging story captures your attention, its impact is undermined by inconsistent editing that disrupts your connection with the characters.
The sound design undermines some of the dialogues, which were clearly recorded in post-production (ADR). Additionally, the performances from some of the supporting cast felt disengaging. The opening scene, intended to set the stage for an insightful incident, ultimately fails to make an impact.
The climax, which was intended to be a reconciling scene, fell short of that goal. While one of Loretta’s children gave an engaging speech, a gap remained in understanding how Loretta and her brother-in-law made their relationship work for the betterment of the family.
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