Co-directed by Moses Bwayo and David Vieira Lopez, the documentary follows the children of the Masaka Kids Africana collective in the Masaka region of Uganda. The 39-minute film will be available in France on Netflix on December 9, 2025.
The story shows the daily life of an orphanage dealing with the lasting consequences of AIDS. Through dance and artistic activities, the children transform their personal stories into a driving force for expression. The film observes the social impact of the collective, which is active in mutual aid and local development projects.
The approach follows individual trajectories in which resilience plays a central role. The group becomes a place of rebuilding based on solidarity and the creation of community ties.
The official trailer will be added as soon as it is released by Netflix.
Moses Bwayo co-directed the film with David Vieira Lopez, who was also responsible for directing, cinematography, and sound mixing. The film is part of a documentary tradition that focuses on local initiatives and artistic endeavors as tools of expression for young people. The production highlights a Ugandan community whose activities are widely shared online.
The tone favors a benevolent approach focused on observing everyday life. The documentary is aimed at viewers interested in social narratives, the impact of community projects, and works that promote creativity as a vehicle for resilience.
Masaka Kids: The Heartbeat
Film | 2025
On Netflix December 9, 2025
Documentary | Running time: 39 min
By Moses Bwayo and David Vieira Lopez | Featuring Masaka Kids Africana
Original title: Masaka Kids: The Heartbeat
Nationality: Uganda / U.S.A.
The film presents a documentary portrait focused on the collective strength of a group of children who use dance as a means of expression and reconstruction.
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