The Arena of Life 1979
The last performance of the Grand Circus in the 1978 season. The camera meticulously captures important details, gestures, situations and emotions on the faces of circus artists.
The last performance of the Grand Circus in the 1978 season. The camera meticulously captures important details, gestures, situations and emotions on the faces of circus artists.
A staged cinematic parable, it presents in symbolic images a painful diagnosis of Poles' sense of identity in the 1970s.
A documentary short showing archaeologists working.
The action takes place in the Polish countryside in the second half of the 19th century. The main character is a few months old Staś, son of the blacksmith Józef and Małgorzata, from whose perspective we see the conflict of his parents with the local organist.
Anna tries to prevent her husband suffering from tuberculosis.
Film about the story of a miner who decides to change his life by migrating to the countryside with his wife and childrens. (FILMAFFINITY)
Stylized with dramatic interiors and a distorted frame rate, this early documentary miniature from Szulkin depicts six sequences of solitary, repetitious labor.
A 'creative documentary' about an Austrian skier who was known during the 70s. Examined from a biographical / visual standpoint.
Multiple recidivist Tadeusz Wilk out of jail thanks to an amnesty. He has no idea where to go and what to do with themselves. Post lays down back behind bars.Wolf meets Celine and tells the woman that she is his mother. Mysterious, strangely behaving stranger arouses more and more anxious new parents
A TV special - host Irena Dziedzic interviews notable figures of Polish history at the Wawel Castle.
A poetic impression about the work of the Polish graphic artist and set designer Daniel Mróz.
The film is a portrait of Jerzy Orłowski, an armless graphic artist. Impressionistic scenes present the protagonist in various situations: when he has to deal with everyday chores, when he jumps into water, skis and draws. Even the simplest activity requires struggle, resilience and outstanding fitness from him. Many takes are in slow motion, contemplating the smallest detail, which the director is so skilfully able to bring out.
A TV musical about a miller falling in love.
A short news reel documentary about poster art.
A psychological drama taking place in the picturesque scenery of the sea coast, in a closed circle of four people: the lighthouse keeper, his wife and a young student couple in love with each other. Young people bring to the peaceful home not only the symptoms of exuberant joy in life, but also a different way of thinking and looking at the world.
A story about two girls who meet during the holidays, get to know each other well and become inseparable friends.
Kazimierz Mucha's film is dedicated to a famous Polish contemporary artist - Magdalena Abakanowicz. She talks about her work and personal life. In addition, the viewer has an insight into the artist's work.