Aleque & Issay
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tora Mårtens
- Screenplay & Story
- Tora Mårtens
- Original Title
- Aleque & Issay
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Neo Publishing AB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tora Mårtens
Tora Mårtens
Tora Mårtens, Erik Vallsten
Tora Mårtens
Tora Mårtens
Department Leadership Roster
Tora Mårtens
Director
Tora Mårtens
Screenplay
Tora Mårtens
Director of Photography
Tora Mårtens
Editor
Tora Mårtens
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aleque & Issay
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Aleque & Issay about?
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.
Who directed Aleque & Issay?
Aleque & Issay was directed by Tora Mårtens.
Who stars in Aleque & Issay?
The principal cast of Aleque & Issay includes Tiwa Mårtens, Aleque Mårtens, Issay Mårtens, Tora Mårtens, Andrè Mkandawire.
When was Aleque & Issay released and how long is it?
Aleque & Issay was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.