Finding Optel: A Cape Town Teen’s Search for a Dog Unravels a Family Mystery

South African cinema continues to shine with Finding Optel, a poignant coming-of-age mystery that premiered internationally at the BFI London Film Festival on October 18, 2025. Co-directed by siblings Mikayla Joy Brown and Jesse Brown, the film blends quirky detective storytelling with emotional depth, tackling themes of grief, memory, and resilience.  A Lost Dog, A […]

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