KF Washington DC Polish Film Fest: Exclusive Screening of White Courage with Special Guest Director Marcin Koszałka

[Barbara Bernhardt]

Join us for one of the most acclaimed Polish films of the year, White Courage (Biała Odwaga) as part of the Kosciuszko Foundation Polish Film Festival. The screening will feature a special appearance by the film’s director, Marcin Koszałka, who will meet with the audience and answer questions about the film. THURSDAY, March 6th 7:30 PM Landmark’s E Street Cinema 555 11th St NW, Washington, DC  White Courage is preceded by short: An Orange from Jaffa, 26 min at 7:00 PM White Courage - Synopsis War and politics have the power to divide nations—but love can be even more destructive. When the beautiful Bronka is forced into marriage with the eldest son of a powerful highland family, his younger brother rebels, setting off on his own path. Then war arrives, bringing the Nazi occupation, ruthless ideologies, and impossible choices. As the family is pulled apart—both by internal conflicts and the forces of war—their fate becomes entwined with the destiny of the entire region, leading to a dramatic and unforgettable climax. Featuring an outstanding ensemble of Poland’s finest actors, including Jakub Gierszał, Sandra Drzymalska, Filip Pławiak, and Wiktoria Gorodecka, White Courage is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and survival. The film has just been nominated for Eagles Awards (Orły) in 15 categories—the Polish film industry’s highest honor! Exclusive Q&A with Director Marcin Koszałka! MARCIN KOSZAŁKA is a cinematographer, director of documentary and feature films which he writes and edits himself. He won the Best Cinematography awards at the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia, in 2004 and 2009, and the Bronze Frog at the 2009 International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Plus Camerimage in Łódź. He was nominated for the Eagles three times. His film, The Red Spider, received a Special Award of the Jury at the 2016 Polish Film Festival in Gdynia and awards including the 2015 Arras Film Festival, 2015 Cairo International Film Critics Week, 2016 goEast Festival of Central and Eastern European Film in Wiesbaden, together with nominations for the Polish Filmmakers Association award and the 2016 Eagle award. Koszałka is a member of the Polish Film Academy and the European Film Academy. GET TICKETS Kosciuszko Foundation active members receive 25% off all festival tickets and passes. An email from kf...@thekf.org with a discount code has been sent to all active KF members. Please check your mailbox. Questions? Contact us BECOME A KF MEMBER

Also Happening at the KF Washington DC Polish Film Festival... Don't miss the screening of Jesters (Błazny) on March 4th with the special participation of the film director and popular Polish actress Gabriela Muskała and actor Zbigniew Zamachowski celebrated actor and film score composer. Read more HERE.

Gabriela Muskała Zbigniew Zamachowski

The closing of one of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic cinemas—E Street Cinema—marks the end of an era. The Kosciuszko Foundation Polish Film Festival offers a final chance to experience this legendary venue before it shuts its doors forever. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the new Polish cinema in this historic space—one last time. Visit our website to learn more about all the films, schedule, special guests, and events. VISIT OUR WEBSITE Please help us promote Polish cinema in the nation's capital by making a donation or becoming a sponsor of the KF Washington DC Polish Film Festival. SUPPORT US Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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