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Critical reception

What the critics are saying

Press reviews and coverage of Slate Safi films, from Kenyan newspapers to international festival coverage.

A fun, romanticised view on surviving in a slum

Nation Media Group highlighted Kibera Hustle's distinctive take on life in Kibera, praising its entertaining approach to the realities of survival in an informal settlement — a perspective that moves beyond the familiar narratives of poverty and hardship. With its compelling characters, authentic setting and blend of crime, romance and human connection, Kibera Hustle offers audiences a refreshing addition to Kenyan cinema.