Finding Optel

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Released August 21, 2025

Overview

16-year-old amateur detective, Claire Abrahams, finds her neighbourhood’s lost things. When the neighbourhood’s beloved dog Optel goes missing, Claire is determined to track her down. This search unexpectedly opens old wounds when Claire finds clues relating to her older brother, Jonah, who disappeared nine years ago. Through bizarre encounters and quirky neighbours, the two cases intertwine. Claire’s father, John, fears that she is putting herself in danger. He attempts to hinder her investigations, but she remains undaunted. Claire must journey through grief and hope to find Optel and uncover the truth behind Jonah’s disappearance.

Runtime

1h 20m


Origin Country

South Africa


Original Language

English


Original Title

Finding Optel


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • South Africa

Spoken Languages

  • Afrikaans (Afrikaans)
  • English

Production Companies

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    Blended Films

    South Africa

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