Two women who hate each other become partners in crime—literally.
When Miina, a seemingly well-off woman is caught shoplifting, the female officer truly uses her chance to show off her contempt. She sees a rival in the shoplifter and decides to teach Miina a lesson. Surprisingly, both women meet just a few hours later in a situation where the previous rivals become partners in crime and must trust their fates in the hands of each other.
Acting
Mari Abel and Katariina Unt's brittle, guarded chemistry.
Direction
Anu Aun's precise control of shifting power dynamics.
Director
Anu Aun
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Anu Aun emerged from Estonia's post-Soviet film renaissance, where female directors increasingly explored gendered power through psychological rather than overtly political lenses.
The title 'Shift' refers to Mare's rotating work schedule, but mirrors how both women shift between predator, prey, and reluctant ally—never stable identities.
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