Cinematography: Slawomir Idziak

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Miroslaw Baka · Krzysztof Globisz · Jan Tesarz · Zbigniew Zapasiewicz

Synopsis A Short Film About Killing (1988) follows the chilling narrative of a young man who randomly and brutally takes the life of a taxi driver. Piotr, a newly admitted lawyer who has just completed his law exams, is assigned to...

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Juliette Binoche · Benoît Régent · Florence Pernel · Charlotte Vêry

Synopsis Three Colours: Blue (1993) is the opening chapter of Krzysztof Kieslowski's trilogy inspired by the French national motto: Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity. The narrative revolves around Julie, who endures the devastating loss of her renowned composer husband and their young...

Direction Andrew Niccol

Cast Ethan Hawke · Uma Thurman · Jude Law · Loren Dean

Synopsis Gattaca (1997) is set in a future society where genetic engineering has become the norm, and individuals are evaluated based on their genetic potential. The story follows Vincent (Ethan Hawke), a man born with a heart condition, who aspires to...

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Irène Jacob · Halina Gryglaszewska · Kalina Jedrusik · Aleksander Bardini

Synopsis The Double Life of Veronique (1991) follows the parallel lives of two women who share the same name but live in different worlds. Veronika resides in Poland and is a passionate musician, securing a spot in a prestigious music school....

Direction John Sayles

Cast Federico Luppi · Damián Delgado · Dan Rivera González · Tania Cruz

Synopsis Men With Guns (1997) follows the journey of Humberto Fuentes, a prosperous physician who embarks on a voyage to reconnect with his former pupils, now serving in underprivileged communities, following the loss of his wife. Despite his family's warnings, he...

Direction Krzysztof Zanussi

Cast Tadeusz Bradecki · Malgorzata Zajaczkowska · Cezary Morawski · Zofia Mrozowska

Synopsis Constans (1980) follows the journey of a young man grappling with the impending loss of his mother. As he navigates this emotional turmoil, he finds himself entangled in a minor act of corruption at his workplace, which ultimately leads to...

Direction Andrzej Wajda

Cast John Gielgud · Krystyna Janda · Andrzej Seweryn · Jan Ciecierski

Direction Ridley Scott

Cast Josh Hartnett · Eric Bana · Ewan McGregor · Tom Sizemore

Synopsis Black Hawk Down (2001) chronicles the harrowing events of October 1993, when a specialized team of American servicemen descended into Somalia with the mission of apprehending key lieutenants of a notorious Somali warlord. The soldiers were transported via Black Hawk...

Direction Krzysztof Zanussi

Cast Maja Komorowska · Scott Wilson · Hanna Skarzanka · Ewa Dalkowska

Synopsis The Year of the Quiet Sun (1984) follows the poignant story of an American soldier, Norman, and a Polish refugee, Emilia, who deeply fall in love in the aftermath of World War II. Norman plans to return to the USA,...

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Andrzej Seweryn · Teresa Budzisz-Krzyzanowska · Anna Jaraczówna · Zygmunt Maciejewski

Synopsis The Underground Passage (TV) (1974) follows the journey of a dedicated school teacher from a quaint Polish town who travels to the bustling city of Warsaw. His mission is to reconnect with his distant wife, who works as a window...

Direction David Yates

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Emma Watson · Rupert Grint · Imelda Staunton

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) follows Harry as he begins his fifth year at Hogwarts after enduring another miserable summer with the Dursleys. Upon his return, he discovers that Professor Dumbledore has been temporarily replaced by...

Direction Krzysztof Kieślowski

Cast Franciszek Pieczka · Mariusz Dmochowski · Jerzy Stuhr · Jan Skotnicki

Synopsis The Scar (1976) is set in Poland, 1970, where a significant decision is made to construct a massive new chemical factory. Bednarz, a dedicated and honest Party official, is assigned to oversee the project. Despite his personal history and unpleasant...

Direction Krzysztof Zanussi

Cast Maja Komorowska · Piotr Fronczewski · Marek Piwowski · Zofia Mrozowska

Synopsis A Woman's Decision (1975) follows the journey of a 40-year-old bookkeeper who leads a tranquil yet monotonous life with her husband and school-aged son. As her son grows older, she begins to feel less essential at home, and her marital...

Direction Michael Winterbottom

Cast Rachel Weisz · Alessandro Nivola · Labina Mitevska · Luka Petrusic

Synopsis I Want You (1998) is a captivating and sensual narrative directed by Michael Winterbottom, set in an English coastal town. The story revolves around Helen (Rachel Weisz), a striking hairdresser grappling with the loss of her father. Honda (Luca Petrusic),...

Direction John Duigan

Cast Jason Patric · Thandie Newton · Sam Waterston · Larry Drake

Synopsis The Journey of August King (1995) is a compelling drama set in North Carolina during April 1815, focusing on a farmer named August King. As a widower, August annually travels home after selling his crops and procuring supplies for the...

Direction Antoine Fuqua

Cast Clive Owen · Keira Knightley · Ioan Gruffudd · Stellan Skarsgard

Synopsis King Arthur (2004) presents a fresh perspective on the legendary figure, exploring the life of a man who was believed to be a myth for centuries. The narrative delves into the internal conflict of a hero torn between personal aspirations...

Direction Krzysztof Zanussi

Cast Cezary Morawski · Sam Neill · Christopher Cazenove · Lisa Harrow

Synopsis From a Far Country (1981) is a biographical film that chronicles the life of Pope John Paul II. The narrative commences in 1926, depicting a young Karol Wojtyla celebrating Christmas with his father in Poland. As the years pass, the...

Direction Taylor Hackford

Cast Russell Crowe · Meg Ryan · David Morse · Pamela Reed

Synopsis Proof of Life (2000) unfolds in a rugged South American nation where a group of rebels, involved in drug trafficking, abducts Peter Bowman, an American engineer employed by a subsidiary of an oil corporation. The company hires Terry Thorne, a...

Direction Natalie Portman

Cast Amir Tessler · Natalie Portman · Makram Khoury · Shira Haas

Synopsis A Tale of Love and Darkness (2015) is a poignant drama that delves into the life of Amos Oz, a renowned writer, journalist, and a prominent advocate for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The film is an adaptation...

Direction Detlev Buck

Cast Albrecht Schuch · Florian David Fitz · Karl Markovics · Vicky Krieps

Synopsis Measuring the World (2012) is set in Germany during the early 19th century and chronicles the extraordinary lives of two brilliant and eccentric scientists, Alexander von Humboldt and Carl Friedrich Gauss. The film delves into their unique journeys, highlighting their...