Cast
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Adam Ferency
as Jegor Potapowicz Jegorow
Piotr Siwkiewicz
as Wert
Joanna Trzepiecińska
as Tamara
Bogusław Linda
as Zbych
Michał Tarkowski
as "Pigularz"
Krzysztof Kiersznowski
as Sykstus Buczyński
Tadeusz Szymków
as Grisza
Eugeniusz Priwieziencew
as Jegorow's man in Germany
Ryszard Kotys
as Jefim
Dariusz Siatkowski
as Kalinka
Leon Niemczyk
as Wert's boss in Germany
Czesław Nogacki
as "Kusy"
Ryszard Ronczewski
as Police Chief
Andrzej Szenajch
as Military Doctor
Marcel Szytenchelm
as Tamara's Boyfriend
Crew
Director
- Tomasz Wiszniewski
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Kanalia 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 Tomasz Wiszniewski 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 1992, 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 Kanalia took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 76 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 80 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1992, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- 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: March 15, 1992
- Runtime: 1h 16m