How was it possible that a single man influenced contemporary world so significantly? This film is an attempt to capture the phenomenon of a common man’s metamorphosis into a charismatic leader — an attempt to see how a Gdansk shipyard electrician fighting for workers’ rights awakened a hidden desire for freedom in millions of people.

Join us for a weekly retrospective of Andrzej Wajda — the legendary Polish director. Experience his films in theaters each Thursday evening  through October 1, 2026. Presented in partnership with The Polish Cultural Council.