Cast
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Tadeusz Huk
as Krzysztof
Iwona Bielska
as Basia
Zofia Jaroszewska
as Lola
Jerzy Binczycki
as Gienio
Zofia Czerwińska
as Krzysztof's Neighbour
Jerzy Czupryniak
as
Janusz Dąbrowski
as Militiaman
Jan Englert
as Psychiatrist
Zbigniew Geiger
as Investigator
Irena Izykowska
as Bolek's Partner
Jan Kasprzykowski
as
Halina Kowalska
as Smolska
Janusz Kowalski
as
Aleksandra Krasoń
as
Marek Lewandowski
as Mietek
Crew
Director
- Wojciech Wójcik
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Window 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 Wojciech Wójcik 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 1983, 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 The Window took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 126 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 392 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1983, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 22, 1983
- Runtime: 1h 34m