A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
April 11, 2025
Original Title:
Aleque & Issay
Genres:
Documentary
Production Companies:
Neo Publishing AB
Production Countries:
Sweden
Ratings / Certifications:
SE: Btl
Runtime: 92
Aleque and Issay, two 3-year old twins move to the bustling city of Beijing with their mum, dad, and little sister. They arrive at an empty apartment on the 26th floor surrounded by skyscrapers and highways. Aleque and Issay sleep on inflatable beds and long for their toys. Day by day, they start learning new things, they try local foods and pick up simple Chinese words. Aleque & Issay is a film told from a child’s perspective, narrated by the youngest sister. With a low camera angle, we get to follow their growth journey, transitioning from toddlers to school-aged children.
Additional Photography:
Erik Vallsten
Colorist:
Nils Fridén
Dialogue Editor:
Robert Sörling
Director:
Tora Mårtens
Director of Photography:
Tora Mårtens
Editor:
Tora Mårtens
Editorial Consultant:
Kalle Boman
Graphic Designer:
Nils Fridén
Producer:
Tora Mårtens
Screenplay:
Tora Mårtens
Sound Design Assistant:
Jan Alvemark
Sound Designer:
Patrik Strömdahl
Technical Advisor:
Erik Vallsten
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