Making Namibia a Filming hub!
DEVIne Film Productions is a film production company based in Namibia, headed by renowned filmmakers, Desiree Kahikopo-Meifrett and Vickson Hangula.
We are an Audio-Visual production company with interests in Film and Television production, Film and Television facilitation and Arts Skills Training programs, which continually seeks to build partnerships with fellow filmmakers, venture capitalists, Private Equity Investors, and even Corporate Entities.
With this initiative, we endeavor to develop a Slate of High-Quality feature films and Television productions of Market Value that have Cross-Border potential. We either own the Rights to these film projects or will Option for the Rights.
The long-term objective is to have DEVIne Film Productions become a powerhouse in Film & TV production in Namibia and Africa. We will also have forged strategic partnerships with both peer companies and mentors all over the world.
Our Mission Statement
Mission Statement
To create quality and commercially viable content for domestic and global markets.
Vision
To be the quintessential content creator through film and television in Africa.
Core Values
Integrity, Authenticity, collaboration, Reliability, Innovation and Quality.
Our Creative Services
Developing content, Screenwriting, Directing, Producing, Script development, and Film and Television Facilitation.
Project Name: Fiesta en la Madriguera
DEVIne Film Productions in 2023 facilitated a Netflix original film titled "Fiesta en la Madriguera" that was partly filmed in Katima Mulilo, Namibia.The project is a Woo Films project from Mexico.
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The Team
The Brilliant team behind DEVIne Film Productions
Desiree Meiffret
Director/Producer
Desiree Kahikopo-Meiffret is an award-winning producer/director from Namibia. Desiree's participation in the Namibian film and theatre industry spans over 12 years as a performer, actress, creative director as well as playwright. She produced, wrote, and directed a theatre play titled' A Lifetime of Blues' that won best-set design at the Namibian Film and Theatre Awards 2014.
She has worked on countless film sets including 'Fish Out of Water' as a Line Producer by the well-known Namibian filmmaker Vickson Hangula. Desiree's award-winning debut film titled 'The White Line' has premiered and screened at various international film festivals across the globe and has gone on to win multiple awards in Europe and Africa.
Desiree Kahikopo-Meiffret is an alumna of Talents Durban 2018. Desiree's debut film The White Line is the first Namibian film to be submitted to the Oscars and Golden Globe and is in Consideration for the 94th academy award 2022 in the General category (Best Picture). Desiree was recently nominated for Best first film by director at the Africa Movie Academy Awards 2020 (AMAA). She executive produced a student film titled " Metomorphosis" and pilot for a series that we are shopping around. She has completed her second film titled " When the world broke Open" that is in post-production.
Vickson Hangula
Director/Producer
Vickson Hangula is a Film Independent Global Media Makers 2023 fellow. He has been in the film industry for over 20 years now. His first notable film is the International Award-winning surprise hit film, "Kauna's Way", which he wrote and directed. This Winner of the year 2000 M-Net All Africa Film Awards in the category, Best Film Shot on Video has helped establish Vickson Hangula as one of the best-known filmmakers in Namibia.
Vickson Hangula has written, produced, and directed well over 15 creative works, which include feature & short films, TV movies, Documentaries, and Commercials. The feature films, "Fish Out of Water" (2017), and the Comedy Feature, "Zula Boys" (2021) are recent works written, produced, and directed by this filmmaker and actor. Among the accolades over the past 23 years, Mr. Hangula also did the screenplay adaptation of Namibian Founding President Sam Nujoma's Autobiography, "Where Others Wavered", which today is titled, Namibia: The Struggle for Liberation. This multiple award- winning film, is directed by Charles Burnett and stars Carl Lumbly, Danny Glover, Obed Emvula, and Chrisjan Appolus. He recently produced a film titled " When the world broke Open" that is currently in post-production.
Clanys Hangula
CEO
Clanys Hangula is an experienced CEO with a strong background in leading major corporate companies. She has successfully transitioned her expertise into film, working as a Production Manager and Line Producer on acclaimed Namibian productions such as The White Line, Fish Out of Water, Zula Boys, and most recently When the World Broke Open. At DEVine Film Productions, she combines her corporate leadership with hands-on production knowledge to drive the company’s growth and international vision.
Projects in Post- Production
When The World Broke Open
Genre: Historical Drama
Duration: 30 Minutes
Director: Desiree Meiffret
Executive Producer: Philippe Meiffret
Producers:Vickson Hangula, Desiree Meiffret
Writer: Desiree Meiffret
Status: Post-Production
Set against the brutal backdrop of the 1904 Herero and Nama genocide, When the World Broke Open tells the harrowing story of Jorokee, a young pregnant woman whose entire world is shattered when German colonial forces massacre her family and village. Forced to flee into the unforgiving Namibian wilderness, Jorokee embarks on a perilous journey of survival, guided only by her unborn child and her unyielding will to preserve her lineage.
As she traverses the desolate landscape, Jorokee battles thirst, starvation, and despair, her physical and emotional limits tested by the horrors she has witnessed and the relentless pursuit of hope. Confronted by visions of death and driven by the memory of her loved ones, she endures unimaginable hardship, finally reaching the land of the Tswana, where she secures the future of her people through the birth of her son, Jariretundu.
A tale of resilience and defiance, When the World Broke Open is a poignant exploration of survival, motherhood, and the unyielding strength of the human spirit amidst the devastation of colonial violence.
Projects In Financing Stage
Love Is...
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Duration: 90 Minutes
Director: Vickson Hangula
Cast: Tongayi Chirisa, Odile Gertze
Producers: Desiree Meiffret, Vickson Hangula, Tongayi Chirisa, Rethabile Mothobi
Writer: Tongayi Chirisa, Vickson Hangula
Status: Financing
A disillusioned American war journalist is blackmailed into writing a travel piece about Namibia,only to unexpectedly reconnect with his estranged ex, a captivating local tour guide, igniting unresolved passions and conflicts during a high-stakes Valentine’s getaway across the country’s stunning landscapes. Amid old wounds and new adventures, they must confront their past and rediscover themselves.
Once Upon A Time in a War Zone
Genre: Historical Drama
Duration: 100 Minutes
Director: Vickson Hangula
Producers: Desiree Meiffret, Vickson Hangula
Writer: Virginia Jekanyika
Status: Development
This event causes her to go against societal approval of helping an enemy as slowly her secret because the whisper around the fires in the village. As a nurse, Nangula has passionatley vowed to do her part in the fight for liberation by secretly assisting SWAPO’s guerilla fighters with their medical needs. A guerilla fighter named Kakulumbwati fiercely searches for the enemy soldier to make a statement out of him, he will kill anybody who he deems is a traitor to the country.
Nangula's act of humanity becomes personal as she grows more compassionate towards the young enemy soldier and begins to reminisce on an old dream, her unlived dream of being a mother, the one thing the war stole from her. As their bond grows, the tension outside intensifies as both sides look for the wounded soldier, making it difficult for her to let go of Private Theron. At home, her mother Mukwaudimbe accuses her of being selfish and willingly choosing to bring conflict in the village and into their home by not giving up the young soldier. Nangula learns that her neighbours has been taken into questioning and tortured by the SADF army. Nangula soon realizes her choice is putting more people’s lives at risk and has to make a choice that she is not ready for.
Desert Echoes
Genre: Survival Adventure Drama
Duration: 100 Minutes
Director:Desiree Meiffret
Producers: Vickson Hangula, Desiree Meiffret
Writer:Aina Kwedhi
Status: Development
Samuel, a once-renowned landscape photographer, is at his lowest point after the death of his child shatters his career, marriage, and relationship with his reformed father, Jonathan. Attempting to escape his pain, Samuel takes Jonathan’s boat out to sea, intending to end his life. A storm intervenes, leaving him shipwrecked on Namibia’s Skeleton Coast—a desolate and deadly landscape.
As Jonathan launches a frantic search, Samuel battles the brutal desert, haunted by his failures and nearing surrender. Salvation comes in the form of a herd of desert elephants, whose resilience inspires him to survive and rediscover his passion for photography.
When rescued, Samuel returns home transformed, reconciling with Anna, who is pregnant, and making peace with Jonathan. Desert Echoes is a story of survival and redemption, proving that even in life’s harshest landscapes, hope can bloom anew.
Kalaharian Olympian
Genre: Sport Comedy
Duration: 100 Minutes
Director: Vickson Hangula
Producers: Desiree Meiffret, Vickson Hangula
Writer: Virginia Jekanyika
Status: Development
Krotoa, a young San woman in Namibia, faces an uphill battle to save her family's game farm from foreclosure as her adoptive mother’s illness leaves them struggling with debt. With the bank threatening to seize their land and vultures circling to grab the property for a penny, Krotoa feels the weight of her family's legacy slipping through her fingers.
Meanwhile, Ingrid, a 25-year-old European athlete, has seen her dreams shattered after failing a drug test just before an Olympic race. The scandal and public backlash leave her desperate to escape the relentless scrutiny. Her father offers her a lifeline: a volunteer trip to a remote San habitation in Namibia, far from the prying eyes of the media.
In the Kalahari, Ingrid meets Krotoa and is struck by the natural athleticism of the San women as they go about their daily tasks. Seeing an opportunity for both redemption and making a difference, Ingrid proposes forming the first-ever Kalahari women’s athletics team. Her idea, however, is met with skepticism, especially from Krotoa, who views it as a distraction from their urgent financial crisis.
Despite the cultural differences and language barriers, Ingrid’s determination begins to win over the community. As training progresses, the women start to see their own potential, and Krotoa reluctantly joins the effort, recognizing the possible benefits for the farm. The journey is fraught with challenges, from clashing perspectives to personal conflicts, but also filled with moments of humor and solidarity.
As the team prepares for their first major competition, the tension between Krotoa and Ingrid comes to a head. They must find a way to reconcile their differences and unite for a common goal. Their efforts culminate in a dramatic performance that not only wins recognition and sponsorship but also captures the spirit of resilience and community.
Through their shared struggle, Krotoa and Ingrid forge an unexpected friendship. Krotoa’s farm is saved, and Ingrid finds a path to personal redemption. Together, they demonstrate the power of cross-cultural collaboration and the strength found in unity and perseverance, leaving a lasting impact on their lives and their community.
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Office number: +264 81 396 4076
E-mail: hello@devinefilmproductions.com
Address: Windhoek, Namibia