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THE CALL: A Story Etched in Mombasa’s Shadows

First Slate Production’s latest feature, THE CALL, is not a conventional film release. Set in Mombasa, it uses the city’s energy, contradictions, and silences as both canvas and conscience. Its guiding phrase — “Katika Kila Jambo Jifunze Kusema Alhamdulillah” — thread..
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First Slate Production has released its new film, THE CALL, set in Mombasa, which explores the city’s complex dynamics through the story of a young man caught between his faith and the underworld. The film marks the return of director Lucky Collins (Collins L. Mturi) to filmmaking after a hiatus since 2018.
- The film centers on Abdul, portrayed by newcomer Athmani Shughuli, whose life unravels after his mother is assaulted in a crime linked to his own gang.
- The crime syndicate is led by Lady Donata, played by Neema Sulubu, who recruits young men into crime.
- The script, written by Hafsa Addasah, delves into themes of faith, blood ties, and costly secrets.
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