SPOTLIGHT | 'F1', 'Jungle Beat 2' and the last 'Squid Game' hit screens

Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook.

This week’s Spotlight takes a closer look at the Brad Pitt film F1: The Movie, the talent and success behind South Africa's Jungle Beat 2: The Past and the final season of the Squid Game phenomenon.

The popular and beloved TV series with Munki and Trunk creates the backdrop for animated cinema sequel Jungle Beat 2: The Past. Trunk gets sucked into a portal and travels back to the dinosaur age. He will need the help of new friends to make it home to Munki. Directed by Sam Wilson, the film features a mix of local and international voice talents including Rob van Vuuren, David Menkin and Ina Marie Smith. Look out for the interview with the creators of the film on their fun-filled journey with this franchise. Now at cinemas.

Sonny Hayes (Pitt) is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling F1 team, mentoring a young hot-headed driver while chasing one more chance at glory. F1: The Movie is directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick, Oblivion) and stars Damson Idris, Javier Bardem and Lewis Hamilton. Feel the speed and the adrenaline rush at cinemas, IMAX, D-Box and 4DX.

Let the final games begin! The third and final season of the record-breaking, award-winning Squid Game has arrived and is streaming on Netflix. Season 3 continues with Seong GI-hun's mission to take down the deadly game from within. Returning with director Hwang Dong-hyuk and cast Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun. Look out for the interviews Spotlight had with the cast and director.

For full interviews, breaking news, trailers and clips visit our Spotlight Facebook page. See you at the movies.

Presenter Collette Prince is styled and dressed by Claris by Gerrit Pienaar when attending premieres and special events.

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Competition and giveaways

Win big with Spotlight! Answer a question to win a Jungle Beat 2: The Past movie merchandise hamper. Or win a F1: The Movie merchandise hamper by answering a question.

For full competition details and the questions, go to the Spotlight SA Facebook page and DM your answers and contact details by July 4.

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Winners will be drawn randomly and notified by SMS after the competition has closed. Entrants’ personal details will not be retained for marketing purposes. Winners have to provide proof of age (ID/driving licence) and cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. By entering, participants agree to have their names published on TimesLIVE, SowetanLIVE and Spotlight SA on Facebook. Employees of Arena Holdings and their family members are not eligible to enter.