By Rangarirai Shanyurai
Royal Lens Entertainment, a Masvingo based movie production, is set to drop a psychological thriller movie called Silent Screams at the end of this month.
The film is designed to spark vital conversations around mental health issues particularly in Zimbabwe, where stigma often silences those in need.
Speaking to TellZim News, Director and Executive producer Prayer Elishama Tafara said their goal was to break the silence around mental health, showcasing how the mind can become one’s greatest enemy.
“Our aim is to break the silence surrounding mental health, illustrating how minds can become greatest adversaries. It’s a reflection of reality that many people face but few discuss. I hope this film encourages viewers to seek understanding and support,” Said Tafara.
He added that the film was one of the best, having been a result of collaborative minds in the film industry.
“The film’s narrative is enriched by the collaboration of Royal Lens Entertainment, Audly Studios and Rawsoots Studios from Bulawayo where unique talents and visions were put together to deliver a powerful cinematic experience.
“With a dedicated cast and crew, Silent Screams captures the raw emotions and challenges associated with mental illness while maintaining an engaging and suspenseful storyline.
Silent Screams is a testament to the strength of the human spirit reminding audiences that the mind can create unbelievable fear and it can also find the courage to seek help and healing,” Tafara said.
He said they faced a number of challenges along the way but was happy that they managed to overcome all to produce the masterpiece.
“We had many challenges when we were producing this film. These included limited financial resources and lack of access to high-quality equipment that force filmmakers to work within strict budgetary constraints and that usually impacts on the final product.
“In Masvingo, the film industry is in its infancy and the absence of sponsors and partners makes it difficult to produce work that meets international standards.
“With slight budgets many productions rely on personal investments and filmmakers have to make it happen with the equipment they have, often stretching resources to their limits,” said Tafara.
He stated that as an organization they were looking for support before and after they disseminated the film to audiences.
“We urge people of Masvingo to rally behind local talent by watching, sharing and supporting local film projects like Silent Screams. For the meantime we have distributed the movie trailer that is circulating on social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook among others
“We need to make Masvingo a supportive and thriving hub for content creators. With local encouragement and resources, we can transform our city into a space where artists want to stay and grow,” he said.
Royal Lens Entertainment is a visionary production company dedicated to bringing powerful immersive stories to life. By combining creativity with cutting-edge technology. It aims to elevate Zimbabwean cinema through storytelling that challenges perspectives, evokes emotion and sparks meaningful conversations.
Their work shines a spotlight on untold narratives advancing the goal of making Zimbabwe a recognized player on the global cinematic stage.
