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6.2 / 10(5 votes)IMDb20231h 22mBrazil, United States of America

Swing and Sway

Vai e Vem

Synopsis

Two friends respond to the challenges of the present by connecting through a playful provocation. Separated by America’s hemispheres, one in Brazil and the other in the U.S, they communicate strictly through video letters during a year. As a rule, each letter is formally and thematically inspired by a woman experimental filmmaker. As life unfolds, they express on film what they want to share with each other: the experience of being a recent immigrant, the expectations of political elections in both countries, their fears and hopes, all while observing the different women around them.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Montreal International Documentary Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Fernanda Pessoa, Adriana Barbosa
Screenplay & Story
Fernanda Pessoa, Adriana Barbosa
Original Title
Vai e Vem
Country of Origin
Brazil, United States of America
Spoken Languages
Spanish, English, Portuguese
Runtime
1h 22m
Production Studios
Vulcana Cinema

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Fernanda Pessoa, Adriana Barbosa

Screenplay & Story

Fernanda Pessoa, Adriana Barbosa

Film Editing

Adriana Barbosa, Fernanda Pessoa

Producers

Jessica Luz, Paola Wink

Department Leadership Roster

Jessica Luz

Producer

Paola Wink

Producer

Fernanda Pessoa

Fernanda Pessoa

Writer

Adriana Barbosa

Adriana Barbosa

Writer

Adriana Barbosa

Adriana Barbosa

Editor

Fernanda Pessoa

Fernanda Pessoa

Editor

Fernanda Pessoa

Fernanda Pessoa

Director

Adriana Barbosa

Adriana Barbosa

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Swing and Sway.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swing and Sway

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Swing and Sway about?

Two friends respond to the challenges of the present by connecting through a playful provocation. Separated by America’s hemispheres, one in Brazil and the other in the U.S, they communicate strictly through video letters during a year. As a rule, each letter is formally and thematically inspired by a woman experimental filmmaker. As life unfolds, they express on film what they want to share with each other: the experience of being a recent immigrant, the expectations of political elections in both countries, their fears and hopes, all while observing the different women around them.

Who directed Swing and Sway?

Swing and Sway was directed by Fernanda Pessoa, Adriana Barbosa.

Who stars in Swing and Sway?

The principal cast of Swing and Sway includes Nava Mau.

When was Swing and Sway released and how long is it?

Swing and Sway was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.