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Shortcut Part 3 film premieres Saturday

Optimistic Media Group launches third instalment of Namibian film series at Maerua Mall.

Optimistic Media Group will premiere ‘Shortcut Part 3’, the third film in its Namibian series, at Maerua Mall’s Ster-Kinekor on Saturday at 18h00. Director Leonard Tshikesho and cast members will attend the event. The movie, filmed in Windhoek and Swakopmund, follows street criminals Spikiri and Buzzman as their rivalry escalates over N$250 000 in stolen cash.

The plot sees Buzzman hijack a vehicle to return to Windhoek after escaping correctional transport, while Spikiri seeks help from friends. State agent Linda Shikongo, played by Paulina Shivute, goes undercover to apprehend them. The film explores fractured loyalties and desperate choices as the pursuit for the money intensifies.

Premiere tickets cost N$100 and include popcorn and a drink. The film continues the story of the two former friends whose relationship has unravelled into bitter rivalry.

Why it mattersNamibians can attend the premiere of a new local film and watch it in cinemas.