emil t. jonsson

night games

short film | 13 min

SHORT FILM

Nattlekar


ROLE

Director 

Producer


YEAR

2024


TEAM ⇲

FULL FILM ⇲

"While his mother cries at night, because her husband is out gambling, a young boy escapes into fantasies of rescuing his father from his intoxicated friends."


A fantastical drama based on a short story and childhood experiences. Premiered at Uppsala Short FF, Cleveland International FF, and won award for Best Cinematography at West Nordic FF. Filmcentrum Distribution for school viewings.

Dylan Kjellin as the boy Samir


Simon Mezher (Kalifat) as the boys father


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Marco Lucà, Managing Curator at Film Shortage

"compelling and deeply moving, offering a unique perspective on coping with trauma"