NEW POLISH CINEMA - Kinoteka 2026:

Well known on TV and with a small role in Scarborn, this is Matylda Giegżno’s first film lead. Her portrayal of a dynamic, fulfilled social worker who is blind and whose life changes following a meeting with a more reserved photographer (rising star Ignacy Liss) was well received by the blind community in Poland. This simple intimate romance challenges stereotypes, showing how moving outside comfort zones can be empowering. Directed by Tadeusz Śliwa, acclaimed for his music videos, it includes original music from Kaśka Sochacka and Kortez whilst Małgorzata Szumowska’s regular DoP Michał Englert ensures that the images shine.

Content Warning: Strong language and scenes of a sexual nature. Drug use and suicide reference.

KINOTEKA, the UK's leading celebration of Polish cinema, is back with daring new voices, acclaimed auteurs and a rich programme of screenings and events. Organised by the Polish Cultural Institute in London (Instytut Kultury Polskiej w Londynie) and supported by the Polish Film Institute.

Cast:
Matylda Giegzno, Ignacy Liss, Bartlomiej Deklewa