The Hearts of Bwindi

The Hearts of Bwindi is a poetic celebration of the remarkable biodiversity of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, and the tireless dedication of the people who unite to protect it.

Bwindi National Park is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site known for its exceptional biodiversity, with over 160 tree species, 100 fern species, diverse bird and butterfly populations, and is a sanctuary for endangered species like the mountain gorilla.

Production Company: Biscuit Bunker
Writer & Director | Charli Doherty
Producer | Tom Neish
DOP | Will Hadley
Drone Operator | Ssempuwo Fred Darius
Editor | Olly Cooper

Additional Footage

Tom Neish
Richard Jephcote
Charli Doherty

Featuring

Uganda Wildlife Authority Patrol Unit

Commander John Kiiza Mahesi | UWA
Edison Giraneza | UWA
Jane Kiyayi | UWA
Richard Ahebwa | UWA
Alex Arinaitwe | UWA
Herbert musinguzi

Voices in Order of Appearance

Nelson Guma | UWA Cheif Warden of Bwindi
Dr Samson Weirke | The Gorilla Organization
Edison Giraneza | UWA Patrol Ranger
Commander kinda Mahesi | UWA Patrol Commander
Jacob Nahabwe | UWA community Ranger
John Twaisenge | UWA community Ranger (Another John who was in charge of the post - replacing the original guy we met the day before shooting)

Film Crew Fixers Uganda

Mugisa Christopher Amooti
Daniel Ngirabakunzi
Stephen Ngabirano Everest

Ssempuwo Fred Darius | Drone Operator
Lauriel Nuwagaba | UWA Nature Guide
Jacob Nahabwe | UWA community Ranger

Batwa Community

Elephant Beehive Project
Julius Mugisha | Beekeeper
Tushabeomwe Enock | Beekeeper

The Rushaga Community
Rushaga Community Primary School
Rubuguri Reformed Poachers Association