The Spirit Of Ubuntu
The Spirit of Ubuntu is a powerful documentary that brings to life the African philosophy of Ubuntu—I Am Because You Are, and You Are Because I Am—a belief in the deep interconnection of all peopl Read More
Winner
London Independent Film Awards
2024
Winner
International Independent Film Awards
2024
Gold Winner
Latitude Film Awards
2023
Official Selection
Crown Point International Film Festoval
2024
Winner
Chicago International Indie Film Festival
2023
Official Selection
Los Angeles Movie Awards
2024
Winner Award of Merit
Accolade Global Film Competition
2024
Gold Finalist
Oniros Film Festival
2024
Best Short Movie
Queen City Film Festival
2024
Mention Honorable
Bordeaux Shorts Biennale
2024
Official Selection
San Francisco Black Film Festival
2024
Official Selection
Las Vegas Film Festival
2024
Official Selection
Chandler Film Festival
2024
Winner
The African Film Festival
2024

About the Film

The Spirit of Ubuntu is a powerful documentary that brings to life the African philosophy of Ubuntu—I Am Because You Are, and You Are Because I Am—a belief in the deep interconnection of all people. This inspiring film follows Grammy-nominated reggae artist Pato Banton and world renown composer Antoinette Rootsdawtah as they travel across 10 African countries, documenting the incredible impact of Ubuntu on communities and individuals.

Through their journey, Pato and Antoinette meet passionate change-makers, uncover untold stories of unity, and witness the transformative power of compassion in action. The film highlights how the principles of Ubuntu are being used to heal, connect, and inspire a global movement toward peace and shared humanity.

With stunning visuals and powerful testimonials, The Spirit of Ubuntu is more than a documentary—it is a call to action, urging us all to embrace our collective responsibility and the undeniable truth that we are one world, one people.
Title
The Spirit Of Ubuntu
Release
2025
Runtime
90 min
Rating
NR
Genre
Documentary
Directors
Kudzai Tinago, Gard Jameson
Origin
Zimbabwe
Language
English
Zimbabwe English

Creative Team

Creative Team

Director Kudzai Tinago
Director Gard Jameson
Producer Pato Banton
Cinematographer Answer Sofa
Composer Antoinette Rootsdawtah

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Purchase a community screening license to show the film anywhere, anytime -- or use Gathr’s Virtual Event Cinema. Add a charity from our database of all 2 million official US charities to create a fundraiser. Book Talent associated with the movie to program your post screening panel discussion. Search our platform for a venue, or add your own. Request Screening
1. Request the Film Provide your screening details on a straightforward request form. Utilize standard ticketing or host an Events on Demand™ film screening. Learn more
2. Confirm the Film Once your film responds, review the booking terms, then confirm your booking - some films confirm instantly.
3. Screen your Film Leverage Gathr's complete event management suite to handle ticketing, event reminders, product sales, film playback and more.
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3. Tell Your Friends Leverage your community to generate reservations and cover (and exceed) your minimum threshold.
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