Supa Modo

A love letter to the power of escapism, a devastating portrayal of grief and a Kenyan family drama that defies stereotypes, Supa Modo serves as an important reminder that even when heroes die, they can continue to inspire others long after they're gone.

I'm glad movie theaters are dark because I ugly-cried my way through all 74 minutes of "Supa Modo." I straight-up bawled my eyes out.

Pretty but too amateurish. [Full review in Spanish]

Seeing the completed film at the end, complete with a fantastic VJing performance, not a gimmick but a common way to watch films in Kenya, you feel uplifted and hope that Supa Modo lives on!

Supa Modo is a delicate film, one that even manages to be joyful at times.

The film is buoyed by the effervescence of young actress Waweru and a story that will leave your heart glowing long after you've watched it. Warning: you might also shed a few tears by the end.

Enchanting and inspiring, Supa Modo does not wallow in sadness, it encourages us to find the strength to overcome it.

Supa Modo is a well-written live-action film that will definitely tug at your heart.

A true delight in its unbridled humanity.

Wainaina's film never cuts narrative corners or cheaply pulls on our heartstrings; rather, it lets the spirit of its lead character permeate it and structure it in every way.