Cast
View AllKarolina Gorczyca
as Agnieszka Radomska
Hildegard Schmahl
as Madame
Lorenzo Nedis
as Manuel
Elisa Schlott
as Laura
Jörg Witte
as Jacek
Thomas Darchinger
as Herr Wollenbeck
Wojciech Zielinsk
as Kuba
Ole Eisfeld
as Vincent Kern
Jan Messutat
as Bernd Kasper
Johannes Silberschneider
as Herr Dannenfeld
Christina Beier
as Rezeptionistin
Amanda da Gloria
as Akira
Angelika Fink
as Frau Wollenbeck
Rafał Garnecki
as Rafal
Thomas Gräßle
as Fahrkartenkontrolleur
Crew
Director
- Tomasz Emil Rudzik
Writer
- Tomasz Emil Rudzik
Producer
- Alexandra Kordes
- Meike Kordes
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Agnieszka examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Tomasz Emil Rudzik brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Agnieszka took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 126 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 10, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 38m