story
Ten-year-old Alisa and her younger brother Milan find themselves at the centre of a mysterious case when their parents suddenly disappear. The two children team up with a group of young detectives, drawing on their individual strengths to find them. At first, Milan’s unique experience of the world seems to pose a challenge, but as the investigation unfolds, his special way of thinking proves crucial to solving the mystery. An exciting adventure lies ahead, filled with puzzles and unexpected discoveries.
about the authors
Marina Andree Škop
Born in 1973. A Croatian director and producer best known for creating films for children and young audiences. Her work often explores themes of growing up, family relationships and inclusion.
filmography (selection) (M. A. Š.)
2009 Sevdah (doc.)
2017 Živjo, Koyaa! (Hi Koyaa!) (short)
2019 Moj dida je pao s Marsa (My Grandpa Is an Alien)
2026 Glavonja (Extraordinary)
Vanda Raýmanová
Born in 1973. A Slovak director, screenwriter and producer of animated films and television series. Her work focuses primarily on stories for children, combining humour, imagination and thoughtful explorations of growing up.
filmography (selection) (V. R.)
2026 Glavonja (Extraordinary)
“It was important to us to emphasise that Milan is not a typical example of autism, because there is no such thing as a typical case. People often say that every autistic person is like a snowflake: they are all snow, but no two are alike. That is why we wanted to tell the story of one particular child and one family, rather than try to explain the entire spectrum through a single character. /.../ Alisa is at the centre of the story as a child who often becomes ‘invisible’, because caring for her brother on a daily basis takes up all of the family’s capacities. Through her, we also see anger, guilt and love – all the things children can genuinely feel, but which are rarely talked about.”
- Marina Andree Škop