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Milcho Manchevski’s new film Sister Brother Manhole Cover won the coveted Tokyo Grand Prix at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival where it had its world premiere on October 30, 2026 in the International Competition.

Praise for SISTER BROTHER MANHOLE COVER:

“Keeps its middle finger firmly raised... The film’s timely subject matter and black humour should appeal to distributors” (SCREEN DAILY, Elizabeth Kerr)

“Gloriously off-kilter… A film about stealing national treasures that ultimately discovers its greatest treasure in an intensely human bond” (FILMuforia, Meredith Taylor)

“It’s an ultimate showdown drawing on Manchevski’s signature style: human connection and tragedy, wrapped in sharp social observation and plenty of dry humour.” (CINEUROPA, Susanne Gottlieb)

“A touching yet hilarious ode to two irresistible outsiders.” (SALA GRANDE, Emanuele Bucci)

“The brilliance of the film lies within its script, which concocts a thrilling crime drama with wit, humor, and heart, crafting protagonists who are not only intriguing in their choice of thieving but also in their undying devotion to one another. A witty, heartfelt look at family, love, and devotion masked as a crime comedy.” (FOUR TIME FILM SCHOOL DROPOUT, Dominic La-Viola)

“Unsettling and magnetic.” (CONVENZIONALI, Gabriele Ottaviani)

“At the core of the film’s success are powerhouse performances by Sara Klimoska, Filip Trajkovic, and Sonja Mihajlova.” (HIGH ON FILMS, Debanjan Dhar)

“What interests Manchevski is the complicated business of being human when the world gives you very little room to maneuver.” (VINTAGE CAFÉ, Nenad Georgievski)

“The film's unruly personality is part of its appeal.” (OVERLY HONEST REVIEWS)