Cast
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Piotr Fronczewski
as Jacek Namolny
Jolanta Fraszyńska
as Julia Kuczmańska
Dominik Łoś
as Michał "Miś" Malinowski
Kamil Gewartowski
as Bartek "Bączek" Malinowski
Agata Kulesza
as Bartek "Bączek" Malinowski (voice)
Magdalena Zawadzka
as Magda Malinowska
Marek Barbasiewicz
as Marek Malinowski
Agnieszka Czekańska
as Beata Ruszkowska
Jerzy Bończak
as Leon Jędrys
Wiktor Zborowski
as Matros
Ewa Gawryluk
as Tamara
Marek Frąckowiak
as Dzięcioł
Jerzy Łazewski
as Piotrek Orłowski
Tomasz Preniasz-Struś
as "Struś"
Paulina Heromińska
as Aneta Malinowska
Crew
Director
- Waldemar Szarek
Writer
- Jacek Janczarski
- Ryszard Maciej Nyczka
- Waldemar Szarek
Producer
- Kazimierz Tarnas
- Tadeusz Lampka
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Goodbye Rockefeller 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 Waldemar Szarek 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 1993, 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 Goodbye Rockefeller took approximately 6 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 155 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1454 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1993, when this film was released:
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 21, 1993
- Runtime: 1h 38m