By Asnath Agatha
The Kenyan Film Industry is a dynamic and ever evolving landscape, a progressive utopia where creativity continues to thrive reaching new heights. The creatives, continue to refine their craft, bringing fresh magic to the screen.
Today, we dive into the world of the Clean Slate, a newly released short film from Half Moon Entertainment.
The film which was released on 1st March, is a cinematic gem produced and directed by Allan Bosire who is an award winning trailer editor and filmmaker.
Allan describes Clean Slate as a tale of survival, morality and the weight of past choices. At its core, it explores how a single moment can unravel buried truths, forcing us to confront the darkest corners of our past. He also reveals that this project is a culmination of his passion for suspense driven narratives, rich character exploration and a cinematic style that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
The film features Alex Kamau as David as Maureen Muthoni as Ruth.
Alex Kamau is a powerhouse performer deep rooted passion for storytelling. His ability to breathe life into complex characters has captivated audiences time and again. In Clean Slate, he delivers a nuanced performance, balancing vulnerability and strength, further proving his versatility as an actor dedicated to his craft.
Maureen Muthoni is a versatile and dynamic actor who brings authenticity to the role of clean slate. She delivers a powerful performance as Ruth, a character navigating the thin line between redemption and survival in a world where every choice has consequences.
STORY SYNOPSIS.
In the dead of night, Ruth finds herself trapped in a web of crime and secrets; blood on her hands, a body at her feet. When David, a mysterious “cleaner,” arrives to erase the evidence, Ruth must decide whether to play along or confront the truth that binds them together.
After a fatal altercation, Ruth, a young woman with a troubled past, enlists the help of David, aseasoned crime scene cleaner, to cover up the incident. As the night unfolds, their uneasypartnership turns into a tense battle of wits when hidden truths begin to surface. With danger closing in, Ruth must navigate a deadly game of survival, where trust is scarce and every decision could, mean the difference between escape and entrapment.
A neo-noir thriller set in the shadows of Nairobi, Clean Slate explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the price of secrets in a city where nothing stays buried for long. With a gripping narrative and grounded atmospheric aesthetic, the film immerses audiences in a tense, character driven thriller that reflects the harsh realities of the underworld.
The goal of the film is to craft a visually striking and emotionally intense experience that keeps viewers on edge until the very last frame.
Ready to be immersed in the newest crime thriller in town? Watch Clean Slate now on the Uradi YouTube Channel and step into a world where every choice has a consequence.
