A history about love and the absence of love. X and Shirley are 13 years of age; yet they are already familiar with violence, drugs and pornography .Throughout this intense and psychologically intriguing film, the two pre-teens will seek to define themselves. Their violent journey of self-discovery is punctuated by heart warming moments of previously not experienced joy and happiness. The story of Baby(A)lone unfolds right in the heart of modern Europe. A continent that has committed itself to providing its future generations with everything. In a quintessential western society which often claims to uphold the protection of its children - the future generation - as its laudable objective.

Flagey, Brussels Film Festival