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IMDb rating 7.1
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Critic Roger Ebert
rated 8

A single image at the beginning of “Katyn” expresses the nation’s dilemma. A bridge is crowded by fleeing civilians — from both ends. Some flee advancing Nazis. Some flee advancing Russians.

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Critic Mia Brygger
rated 7

...rent visuelt og narrativt er [filmen] et overlegent værk.

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Critic Oskar Möller
rated 8

Katynmassakerns tragedi är så obegripligt grym att den blir fascinerande för fler än polackerna.

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Cast & Crew

Andrzej Wajda
Director
Sergey Garmash
As Captain Popow
Jan Englert
As General
Jacek Braciak
As Klin
Krzysztof Globisz
As Professor

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Katyn is a powerful and emotional film that explores the tragic events of the Katyn massacre, where thousands of Polish officers and civilians were executed by the Soviet authorities in 1940. The film tells the story through the eyes of the women, mothers, wives, and daughters of the victims, showcasing their struggles, hopes, and eventual devastation. We see the protagonist, Andrzej, a young Polish captain, who is taken prisoner by the red army and eventually killed in the massacre. His wife Anna and daughter Nika are left to cope with their loss and try to find out what happened to him. The film also portrays the brutal treatment of Polish people by both the Soviet and German armies, highlighting how women suffered during the war. We see scenes of Sonderaktion Krakau, where professors were deported to concentration camps, and the population of Kraków was informed by the German occupation authorities about the Katyn massacre, which was used as propaganda to demonize the Soviet Union. The performances of the actors are outstanding, particularly that of Artur Zmijewski who plays Andrzej. He brings depth and nuance to his character, making it easy for the audience to empathize with him. Maja Ostaszewska, who plays Anna, also gives a compelling performance, showcasing the strength and resilience of women during wartime. The cinematography is hauntingly beautiful, capturing the bleakness of war-torn Poland. The score is equally effective, adding to the overall mood of the film. Overall, Katyn is a powerful and moving film that sheds light on a tragic event in history. The film is a testament to Andrzej Wajda's skill as a storyteller and his commitment to telling stories that need to be told. It is an important reminder not just of the horrors of war but also how important it is to remember and honor the people who suffered.

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