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Remembering Andrzej Wajda
Wed Mar 25, 7:00 PM
Lamakaan
This March, Lamakaan will host a special series of screenings dedicated to the legendary Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, every Wednesday evening. The timing beautifully coincides with spring and the festival of Holi, Ugadi, and other festivals, making the event not just a cinematic celebration but also a cultural one—an occasion where the vibrancy of colors, renewal, and artistic expression come together. Just as Holi marks the triumph of joy and the blossoming of new beginnings, Wajda’s films will offer audiences a chance to reflect on resilience, history, and the enduring power of storytelling.
About the Director: Born on March 6, 1926, in Suwałki, Poland, Andrzej Wajda became one of the most influential voices in world cinema, shaping the Polish Film School movement and leaving a legacy spanning over six decades. He passed away on October 9, 2016, in Warsaw at the age of 90, but his contribution to cinema remains timeless. Wajda’s films often grappled with Poland’s turbulent history, weaving together themes of war, identity, and social struggle. His masterpieces include Ashes and Diamonds (1958), Man of Marble (1977), Man of Iron (1981), The Promised Land (1975), and Katyn (2007). Recognized globally, he received the Palme d’Or, an Honorary Oscar, and numerous lifetime achievement awards, cementing his place as a filmmaker who gave voice to a nation’s collective memory while influencing generations of directors worldwide.
Film Title: KATYN | 2007 | 115 Mins | Poland | Polish, Russian & German with English Subtitles.
About the film: Katyń (Polish pronunciation: [ˈkatɨɲ]) is a 2007 Polish historical drama film about the 1940 Katyn massacre, directed by Academy Honorary Award winner Andrzej Wajda. It is based on the book Post Mortem: The Story of Katyn by Andrzej Mularczyk. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film for the 80th Academy Awards.
Wajda’s Katyń is the first screen portrayal of the long-suppressed and “highly controversial historical event.”
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!
About the Director: Born on March 6, 1926, in Suwałki, Poland, Andrzej Wajda became one of the most influential voices in world cinema, shaping the Polish Film School movement and leaving a legacy spanning over six decades. He passed away on October 9, 2016, in Warsaw at the age of 90, but his contribution to cinema remains timeless. Wajda’s films often grappled with Poland’s turbulent history, weaving together themes of war, identity, and social struggle. His masterpieces include Ashes and Diamonds (1958), Man of Marble (1977), Man of Iron (1981), The Promised Land (1975), and Katyn (2007). Recognized globally, he received the Palme d’Or, an Honorary Oscar, and numerous lifetime achievement awards, cementing his place as a filmmaker who gave voice to a nation’s collective memory while influencing generations of directors worldwide.
Film Title: KATYN | 2007 | 115 Mins | Poland | Polish, Russian & German with English Subtitles.
About the film: Katyń (Polish pronunciation: [ˈkatɨɲ]) is a 2007 Polish historical drama film about the 1940 Katyn massacre, directed by Academy Honorary Award winner Andrzej Wajda. It is based on the book Post Mortem: The Story of Katyn by Andrzej Mularczyk. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film for the 80th Academy Awards.
Wajda’s Katyń is the first screen portrayal of the long-suppressed and “highly controversial historical event.”
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!