Nothing - Q Malewezi

2026

Assistant Director, Editor, Colorist & Sound Designer

Nothing is a cinematic poetry short film featuring renowned Malawian poet Q Malewezi. Created in recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month, the film confronts a difficult truth: while men are often encouraged to speak about their struggles, many feel unheard when they finally do. Through powerful spoken word and real reactions by other men, Nothing explores vulnerability, silence, and the need to truly listen.

Watch it below.

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Frames

Some of my favourite frames from the film.

Krishna Achutan appearing in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Krishna Achutan appearing emotional in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Lord Timothée appearing in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Yamikani Kalizang’oma appearing in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Saad Ahmad appearing in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Wisdom Manda appearing in the poetry short film Nothing by Daniel da Trindade.
Exterior of Uka Coffee Shop featured in the poetry short film Nothing.
Interior of Uka Coffee Shop featured in the poetry short film Nothing.
Close-up of freshly baked cakes featured in the poetry short film Nothing.
Close-up of roasted coffee beans featured in the poetry short film Nothing.
Coffee grinder detail featured in the poetry short film Nothing.
Milk being poured into a latte in the poetry short film Nothing.