Finding Optel
Synopsis
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.
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Amptelike Lokprent: Finding Optel | Silwerskermfees 2025 | kykNET
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-06-20
Top Cast
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Mikayla Joy Brown
Claire Abrahams
Oscar Petersen
John Abrahams
Zenobia Kloppers
Auntie Doreen
Rodney Goliath
Dinges - Jonathan Junior
Maurice Carpede
Grant Jacobs
Omar Adams
Uncle Henry
Euodia Samson
Mej Goslet
Liande Valentyn
Shamiema
Liza Scholtz
Rose Abrahams
Quanita Adams
Midwife
Sherman Pharo
Mr. Williams
Hein De Vries
Sakkies
Elton Landrew
Slang - Seth Solomons
Lamiyah Barnard
Young Claire
Caleb Hardenberg
Young Jonah
Nequin Petro
Jonah Abrahams
Benito Vergotine
Een Oog
Jadon Booysen
Tristan
Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI London Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mikayla Joy Brown, Jesse Brown
- Screenplay & Story
- Mikayla Joy Brown
- Original Title
- Finding Optel
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans, English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Blended Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mikayla Joy Brown, Jesse Brown
Mikayla Joy Brown
Paul Guyeu
Madelé Vermaak
Quanita Adams, Sarah Blanchard, Wikus du Toit, Dominique Jossie, Marc Jury
Department Leadership Roster
Mikayla Joy Brown
Director
Jesse Brown
Director
Mikayla Joy Brown
Screenplay
Sarah Blanchard
Producer
Paul Guyeu
Director of Photography
Madelé Vermaak
Editor
Sumaya Wicomb
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Finding Optel
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What is Finding Optel about?
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.
Who directed Finding Optel?
Finding Optel was directed by Mikayla Joy Brown, Jesse Brown.
Who stars in Finding Optel?
The principal cast of Finding Optel includes Mikayla Joy Brown, Oscar Petersen, Zenobia Kloppers, Rodney Goliath, Maurice Carpede.
When was Finding Optel released and how long is it?
Finding Optel was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.