Dear Dad | My First Game | Blue Creator Fund

“Dear Dad” is a heartfelt cine-poem and love letter from Gabin Kongolo to his father. It celebrates their shared bond through football and Chelsea FC. The film blends emotive poetry, personal reflections, and cinematic visuals to convey the powerful connection between father and son.

The narrative follows Gabin as he reflects on his father’s sacrifices, dreams, and unwavering devotion to Chelsea. The film paints a vivid picture of their relationship through textured flashbacks, archival football footage, and scenes of their family home and Karibu Caf a symbol of their cultural roots.

The emotional climax sees Gabin’s father fulfilling a lifelong dream: witnessing a Chelsea match in person. The film captures the magic of matchday, building anticipation through the sights and sounds of London, before zooming in on the father’s awe as he stands in Stamford Bridge, living the dream he once only saw through a flickering TV screen.

Ultimately, “Dear Dad” is a tribute to family, heritage, and the unifying power of sport. It celebrates the shared dreams of a father and son, personified in Chelsea blue, with a poignant finale highlighting their bond, gratitude, and love.