Cast
View AllElżbieta Helman
as Ida Borejko
Alicja Wojtkowiak
as Gabriela Borejko
Justyna Zaremba
as Natalia Borejko
Dorota Woronowicz
as Patrycja Borejko
Halina Łabonarska
as Ida's mother
Janusz Michałowski
as Ida's father
Helena Kowalczykowa
as Mrs Basia
Mieczysław Voit
as Karol Paszkiet
Irena Kownas
as Mrs Lisiecka
Sława Kwaśniewska
as Latin teacher
Krzysztof Gosztyła
as Professor Dmuchawiec
Paweł Nowisz
as Professor Pieróg
Leonard Pietraszak
as Dr. Kowalik
Marek Gierszał
as Janusz Pyziak
Wojciech Malajkat
as Krzysztof
Crew
Director
- Anna Sokołowska
Writer
- Małgorzata Musierowicz
- Anna Sokołowska
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, ESD examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Anna Sokołowska 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 1987, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of ESD took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 118 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1856 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1987, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 16, 1987
- Runtime: 1h 35m