In Self-Defence

(W obronie własnej)


1982   >   psychological

The story of a female doctor whose self-esteem and joy of life deteriorate because of her long informal relationship with a man. An amazing portrayal by Beata Tyszkiewicz.

Maria and Jerzy are a pair of doctors who work in ER. Their relationship is gradually getting worse, Jerzy finally leaves. Maria seeks understating from her family, in vain. She finally finds consolation upon meeting an old friend. A new group of friends and affection shown by Krzysztof help her regain joy of life and stability. Meanwhile Jerzy wants to get back together. Maria agrees. She finds peace and joy spending time with her nephew. They plan a trip to Mazury together.


Crew:

director
Zbigniew Kamiński
script
Zbigniew Kamiński
d.o.p.
Witold Sobociński
designer
Andrzej Haliński
editor
Urszula Śliwińska
music
Zygmunt Konieczny
cast
Beata Tyszkiewicz
Tadeusz Janczar
Teresa Budzisz-Krzyżanowska
Krzysztof Jasiński
Iwona Bielska
Waldemar Kownacki
Barbara Bursztynowicz
Lidia Wysocka
Irena Malkiewicz
Materials: SD
Length: 89’