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A Short Film About Killing (1988)

7.619881h 25mPL
CrimeDrama

Directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 25m

Language

PL

Release

March 11, 1988

Director

Krzysztof Kieślowski

Official Trailer

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Overview

Jacek climbs into the taxi driven by Waldemar, tells him to drive to a remote location, then brutally strangles him, seemingly without motive.

Cast

Mirosław Baka

Mirosław Baka

Jacek Łazar

Krzysztof Globisz

Krzysztof Globisz

Piotr Balicki

Jan Tesarz

Jan Tesarz

Waldemar Rekowski

Zbigniew Zapasiewicz

Zbigniew Zapasiewicz

Committee Chairman

Barbara Dziekan

Barbara Dziekan

Cashier

Aleksander Bednarz

Aleksander Bednarz

The Executioner

Jerzy Zass

Jerzy Zass

Police Commander

Zdzisław Tobiasz

Zdzisław Tobiasz

Judge

Artur Barciś

Artur Barciś

Young Man

Krystyna Janda

Krystyna Janda

Dorota

Olgierd Łukaszewicz

Olgierd Łukaszewicz

Andrzej

Leonard Andrzejewski

Leonard Andrzejewski

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Short Film About Killing (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jacek climbs into the taxi driven by Waldemar, tells him to drive to a remote location, then brutally strangles him, seemingly without motive.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Short Film About Killing. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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