Speaking Kiswahili on the school grounds is against the language policy. For Bruce Koech, this repressive Anglo-Western education system goes against his rebellious spirit. With the heart of a warrior and an imaginary sensei by his side, Bruce attempts to defy this unjust rule by becoming Stero – a badass hero, honouring his true self and wild spirit. Stero, directed by Tevin Kimathi and Millan Tarus, is a subtle and charming reminder of the power of childhood imagination.

– Lyse Ishimwe Nsengiyumva
Directors
Tevin Kimathi, Millan Tarus
Premiere
World premiere
Country of production
Kenya
Year
2024
Festival Edition
IFFR 2024
Length
13'
Medium
DCP
Languages
English, Kiswahili
Producer
Juliana Kabua / LBx Africa
Production Company
LBx Africa
Sales
LBx Africa
Screenplay
Millan Tarus
Cinematography
Viboks Omondi
Editor
George Mugambi
Production Design
Claire Njoki
Sound Design
Sean Peevers
Music
Sean Peevers
Cast
Kael Wafubwa, Lucarelli Onyango
Directors
Tevin Kimathi, Millan Tarus
Premiere
World premiere
Country of production
Kenya
Year
2024
Festival Edition
IFFR 2024
Length
13'
Medium
DCP
Languages
English, Kiswahili
Producer
Juliana Kabua / LBx Africa
Production Company
LBx Africa
Sales
LBx Africa
Screenplay
Millan Tarus
Cinematography
Viboks Omondi
Editor
George Mugambi
Production Design
Claire Njoki
Sound Design
Sean Peevers
Music
Sean Peevers
Cast
Kael Wafubwa, Lucarelli Onyango