Lighting designer, Mathew Yusuf, popularly known as Mato Light, has lent his creative expertise to the upcoming film, Aba Blues, which is scheduled to premiere in cinemas nationwide on March 20. Serving as the film’s lighting designer, Mato Light helped shape the movie’s visual atmosphere, using lighting techniques to enhance the storytelling and overall cinematic experience. Speaking on his involvement in the project, the lighting designer described the film as a memorable creative journey. “It has been an incredible journey, and I’m honoured to have played a part in shaping its visual identity. I am excited for audiences to experience the film and see the magic that happens when talented creatives come together,” he said. Known for his distinctive lighting style and attention to visual detail, Mato Light said his role was to create moods and textures that complement the narrative while drawing viewers deeper into the story. According to a statement shared with Sunday Scoop, the film explores themes of memory and consequence, posing the question: When the past returns, does the present stay the same?
Mato Light brings visual depth to Aba Blues
