Roya Diehl

After witnessing the gruesome murder of his family and being kicked out of his auntie’s place, Lukas ends up in the streets, where he meets Samora and his gang. Following his life growing up in the streets, having to fend for himself, ‘Lukas’ explores three stages of the protagonist’s life.

Christina Mureti, an impetuous police officer from the city, is transferred to a small desert town in Namibia where she uncovers a series of grizzly animal sacrifices. Then a German farmer is found hung on the same tree where Christina’s ancestors were hung a century ago during Germany’s colonial war with the Herero. Only when Christina begins to learn about her people’s history and embraces some of its cultural wisdom is she able to solve the case.

A contemporary drama with sarcastic humor about relational difficulties within families. The unexpected arrival of Martin’s enigmatic uncle, Bill Keller, rekindles the hope of mending the conflicting expectations of the family. The story unfolds historical and cultural constraints rooted in the Namibian society and highlights the importance of reconciliation.