J. Henry Kany (Johnny)

Kany J. Henry, de son vrai nom Luketa Kanyinda Jonathan Henry, est un scénariste et réalisateur congolais originaire de Kinshasa, basé à Conakry.

Depuis 2010, il développe avec KWG Films des courts-métrages, web-séries et projets de fiction ancrés dans les réalités africaines contemporaines. Son travail explore des personnages pris dans des tensions familiales, sociales et morales, avec une attention particulière portée à l’émotion, au conflit intime et à la force visuelle des récits.

Ancien scénariste et assistant réalisateur chez Global Multi Media Prod entre 2016 et 2020, il poursuit depuis 2022 une collaboration avec SGCM sur plusieurs projets audiovisuels. Formé à l’écriture, à la réalisation, au montage et à l’animation, il développe une approche complète de la création, de la conception narrative à la fabrication de l’image.

Ses projets cherchent à raconter des histoires africaines populaires, sensibles et ambitieuses, capables de dialoguer avec un public local comme international.

Kany J. Henry, born Luketa Kanyinda Jonathan Henry, is a Congolese screenwriter and director from Kinshasa, currently based in Conakry, Guinea. Driven by a deep passion for storytelling, he has established himself as a prolific filmmaker and creative visionary, blending discipline with artistry to craft compelling narratives. Since 2010, Kany has been the creative force behind KWG Films, where he has written and directed an array of projects ranging from short films (The Sound of Silence, Drug Addict, What If…?) to web series (Osty Lady, Kany Sisters, The Labyrinths of the Dreamer). His works delve into profound societal themes, resonating with audiences through raw emotion and universal stories. Collaborating with SGCM since 2022, Kany continues to refine his craft, producing thought-provoking projects that reflect his bold and authentic storytelling style. His earlier experience as a screenwriter and assistant director at Global Multi Media Prod (2016–2020) honed his expertise in narrative dynamics and visual direction, with credits in productions like Childhood Dreams and Return to the Land. Armed with technical skills in video editing, 2D and 3D animation, Kany has supplemented his talent with specialized training on platforms like UDEMY and Stardust Masterclass. This commitment to growth underscores his constant pursuit of innovation in the film industry. Beyond his professional life, Kany J. Henry is an avid traveler, reader, and music enthusiast, pursuits that feed his imagination and creative approach. A multilingual artist, he seeks to tell stories that bridge cultural divides and shine a light on critical social issues.