A Day and a Half

The movie "A Day and a Half" was based on a real-life event. In a desperate attempt to reunite with his daughter, Artan kidnaps his ex-partner Louise, who is in charge of looking for their child. The plot follows Artan and Louise as they travel through rural Sweden in the height of the summer while being pursued by the police. Alexej Manvelov plays Artan in the movie, and Alma Pöysti plays Louise. The film has garnered favourable reviews for its well-structured lines and solid thriller aspects that play to its strengths, avoiding showy effects and spectacle, despite its modest budget and small cast.