The Signs of Zodiac

(Znaki zodiaku)


1978   >   psychological/ drama

A drama dealing with the universal issue of an individual’s autonomy vs. social norms.

The film, conveying strong feminist values, tells the story of an uncompromising young woman who fights for the right to decide about her future and rejects the role of a wife and mother imposed upon her by the surroundings.

A directorial debut of Iwona Bielska.

Magda, a law student, was in a relationship with a sailor - Michał, who set off on a long cruise and left her for four years. After his return, the man tries to win back her love. The woman cannot trust him despite their past and a child. Magda enters into a relationship with a calm and responsible Adam, however Michał still interferes with her life. Torn between two men, the character chooses the third way: she leaves, taking her son.


Crew:

director
Gerard Zalewski
script
Maria Horodecka, Gerard Zalewski
d.o.p.
Jacek Mierosławski
designer
Artur Żołnierski
editor
Halina Prugar
music
Tomasz Sikorski, Janusz Stokłosa
cast
Iwona Bielska, Leszek Długosz,
Zdzisław Wardejn, Justyna Kulczycka
Materials: SD
Length: 82’

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