Cast: Henryk Bista

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Jerzy Stuhr · Zbigniew Bielawski · Henryk Bista · Olaf Lubaszenko

Synopsis Dekalog 10: Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Goods (TV) (1990) is a darkly humorous tale centered around two siblings who come into possession of their late father's prized stamp collection. The story unfolds as the brothers find themselves entangled...

Direction Marek Koterski

Cast Cezary Pazura · Marek Kondrat · Ewa Blaszczyk · Henryk Bista

Synopsis Nothing Funny About Life (1995) follows the life of a film director named Adas, portrayed by Cezary Pazura, through a series of personal introspections and life reviews. Despite experiencing fleeting triumphs, Adas is perpetually haunted by the frustration of always...

Direction Radoslaw Piwowarski

Cast Piotr Siwkiewicz · Anna Kazmierczak · Andrzej Zielinski · Krystyna Feldman

Synopsis Yesterday (1985) unfolds in the vibrant 1960s, centering around a tight-knit group of four high school friends in a quaint provincial town. As they approach graduation, their primary focus shifts from academic pursuits to organizing a memorable concert featuring beloved...

Direction Costa-Gavras

Cast André Dussollier · Pierre Arditi · Jiří Menzel · Anna Romantowska

Synopsis The Little Apocalypse (1993) follows Barbara and Enrique as they host a gathering at their home, organized by their old friends and colleagues. Among the guests is Stan, Barbara's former spouse. To prevent any awkward or tense moments, Stan retreats...

Direction Jacek Koprowicz

Cast Wladyslaw Kowalski · Michal Bajor · Jerzy Zelnik · Jerzy Stuhr

Synopsis Medium (1985) unfolds in the coastal town of Sopot during the year 1933, where four individuals are inexplicably drawn to an ancient villa. Their gathering is not by chance but rather to participate in a chilling reenactment of a murder...

Direction Edward Zebrowski

Cast Piotr Dejmek · Jerzy Binczycki · Henryk Bista · Ewa Dalkowska

Synopsis Hospital of the Transfiguration (1979) unfolds in the year 1943 within the confines of a secluded rural mental institution. This is no ordinary hospital; it houses several severe cases of schizophrenia, an eccentric staff, and a writer who has willingly...

Direction Jerzy Skolimowski

Cast Fabienne Babe · Pawel Bawolec · Jerzy Binczycki · Henryk Bista

Synopsis 30 Door Key (1991) follows the journey of a young writer living in Warsaw during the tumultuous year of 1939. As the shadows of World War II loom, the protagonist grapples with a profound internal struggle: whether to embrace the...

Direction Tadeusz Konwicki

Cast Gustaw Holoubek · Jolanta Pietek-Górecka · Artur Zmijewski · Teresa Budzisz-Krzyzanowska

Synopsis A Tale of Adam Mickiewicz's 'Forefathers' Eve (1989) unfolds on the eve of the Day of the Dead, delving into the enigmatic old rituals of the Vilnius region. As the veil between worlds thins, spectral figures from both the past...

Direction Miroslaw Bork

Cast Piotr Fronczewski · Maria Pakulnis · Krzysztof Zaleski · Jerzy Bonczak

Synopsis The Consul (1989) follows the story of a recently released con artist, played by Piotr Fronczewski, who finds that the thrill of the deception is as rewarding as the financial gains. This clever Polish film showcases the protagonist's gradual return...

Direction Stanislaw Jedryka

Cast Tomasz Jarosinski · Jacek Bryniarski · Agnieszka Konopczynska · Malgorzata Pritulak

Synopsis Zielone lata (1980) unfolds in 1939, chronicling the bond between three 10-year-olds residing in the town of Sosnowiec: a Polish boy, a Jewish boy, and a German girl. The narrative takes a grim turn when the Jewish boy's parents are...

Direction Haakon Sandøy

Cast Lise Fjeldstad · Daniel Olbrychski · Per Oscarsson · Nils Ole Oftebro

Direction Jerzy Domaradzki

Cast Grazyna Trela · Henryk Bista · Janusz Michalowski · Jerzy Stuhr

Direction Uwe Schrader

Cast Marlen Diekhoff · Péter Franke · Catrin Striebeck · Myriam Mézières

Direction Barbara Sass

Cast Dorota Stalinska · Teresa Budzisz-Krzyzanowska · Michal Bajor · Marek Lewandowski

Synopsis Immoral Story (1990) unfolds as a narrative within a narrative, centering around an aging actress named Ewa. Known for her extravagant and domineering demeanor, Ewa finds herself at a crossroads in both her professional and personal life. Residing in a...

Direction Mariusz Trelinski

Cast Jan Frycz · Maria Pakulnis · Grazyna Trela · Henryk Bista

Synopsis Farewell to Autumn (1990) delves into the intricate web of societal decay, exploring themes of homosexuality, opulence, infidelity, alcoholism, and substance abuse that significantly contributed to the downfall of the aristocracy. The film offers a stark portrayal of the excesses...

Direction Olaf Lubaszenko

Cast Jan Nowicki · Cezary Pazura · Monika Ambroziak · Henryk Bista

Synopsis Sztos (1997) follows the journey of two former friends who reminisce about their experiences during the Polish People's Republic era. After spending time behind bars, they embark on an illicit venture into currency exchange. Betrayed by a partner, they plot...

Direction Tadeusz Chmielewski

Cast Antonina Barczewska · Henryk Bista · Jerzy Bonczak · Jerzy Felczynski

Synopsis Wsród nocnej ciszy (1978) is a gripping psychological thriller that follows a tense police investigation into the murders of young boys. The story takes a dark turn when the police commissioner discovers that the trail of clues leads directly to...

Direction Marek Koterski

Cast Zbigniew Rola · Maja Barelkowska · Henryk Bista

Synopsis Porno (1990) follows the restless nights of a middle-aged man, unable to find sleep as he reflects on his many sexual experiences. The encounters depicted are casual, often lacking emotional connection, with both parties primarily seeking physical release. Despite the...

Direction Antoni Krauze

Cast Janusz Gajos · Yuri Smolsky · Witold Pyrkosz · Oleg Maslennikov

Synopsis Aquarium (1996) is a cinematic adaptation of the book written by Viktor Suvorov, a former Soviet military intelligence officer. The film delves into the intricate world of espionage and military strategy, offering a unique perspective on the Cold War era....

Direction Jan Lomnicki

Cast Tomasz Borkowy · Bozena Dykiel · Hanna Lachman · Jolanta Zólkowska