Cast
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Magda Teresa Wójcik
as Stefania Stawicka
Henryk Boukołowski
as Stanisław Stawicki
Danuta Szaflarska
as Stefan's Grandmother
Rafał Zwierz
as Stefan Sawicki
Karolina Lutczyn
as Ania
Marek Frąckowiak
as
Władysław Kowalski
as Priest
Piotr Krukowski
as
Stanisław Michalski
as
Szymon Pawlicki
as Physician
Bogusław Sochnacki
as
Bożena Adamek
as Olejnik
Zbigniew Bielski
as False Priest
Crew
Director
- Jerzy Wójcik
Writer
- Jerzy Wójcik
- Witold Zalewski
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Skarga 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 Jerzy 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 1991, 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 Skarga took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 123 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 75 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1991, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 18, 1991
- Runtime: 1h 24m