Documentary Team Back from Malawi

The Moving Windmillls Production Team

The Moving Windmills documentary team returned to Malawi in July and August for a successful 3-week shoot.  The team visited locations throughout the country, including Mangochi, Salima, Lake Malawi, Lilongwe, Kasungu and Wimbe (William’s village).  During the visit, William constructed a replica of his original windmill (first built when he was 14 years old), made final repairs to the “Green Machine” (a windmill designed to pump water and irrigate his father’s crops), and completed a new, more aerodynamic and energy efficient windmill.

The documentary team consisted of Tom Rielly (director), Ben Nabors (producer), Michael Tyburski (director of photography), Manuel Lapiere (DP), Tony Bensusan (sound recordist), Carlos Pavan (editor), Blessings Chikakula (country manager), William and Laurent (drivers).

Post-production on the documentary continues.  We are looking forward to editing throughout the fall and winter, as well as a subsequent trips to Malawi and South Africa to further tell William’s story.

Moving Windmills Project would like to congratulate the team on a successful shoot, as well as thank our supporters who continue to make this film possible.  If you are interested in financially supporting this project, please visit our contributions page.

Michael Tyburski and Carlos Pavan shooting Wimbe at sunset.

Tom Rielly and Michael Tyburski discussing the scene.

Ben Nabors and Michael Tyburski capturing the sunrise over Lake Malawi

Ben Nabors on a brick oven

Manuel Lapiere and Tony Bensusan filming a dance troupe.

Manuel Lapiere filming William Kamkwamba at work on his windmilll.