Deep in Poland’s countryside, the brisk winter air thickens with tension. It is the day before ‘Lunar Passing’ – a phenomenon that will change life on earth forever. Little Maria seeks out the company of 90-year-old Jerzy, the local ‘lunatic’ living in isolation. Subtle, enigmatic fairy tale in black-and-white.
Also in this combined programme
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Luz da manhã
On a summer’s day, a mother, daughter and granddaughter’s care-free day trip comes to an abrupt end. Beautiful and restrained. -
La maison vide
A rich lady leaves her home for the weekend. When a labourer’s son comes to the empty house, their lives become intertwined. -
Light Plate
Beautiful, nostalgic essay situated between Italian tradition and modernity with views of the countryside. Handmade celluloid, scope cinematography. -
Het zwijgen van Helena
Subdued, oppressive student film about strong family ties during difficult times. A mother on holiday with her adult children, dies.
Film details
- Country of production
- Poland
- Year
- 2013
- Festival edition
- IFFR 2013
- Length
- 15'
- Medium/Format
- HDcam
