Ashes and Diamonds, with Adam Kruk

Polish Cinema for Beginners is back with an absolute classic. Andrzej Wajda's Ashes and Diamonds (1958) is one of the most electrifying breakthroughs in European cinema — a film shot in the rubble of post-war Poland that somehow feels as urgent today as it did then. The guest on this episode is film critic and Polish Cinema for Beginners founder Adam Kruk. We go into the release and reception, the themes, the imagery, and so much more.--This podcast is part of Polish Cinema for Beginners — a project by the Wrocław Film Foundation, bringing Polish cinema closer to international audiences. Co-produced by Academic Radio LUZ, with special thanks to their Department of Culture.New episodes alternate between films and topics, so there's always something to learn about Polish cinema. This is a film episode. Each film episode follows the same format: a spoiler-free introduction, a break to watch the film, and then an open discussion.Find out more about Polish Cinema for Beginners at polishcinema.com.pl and follow us on our socials at facebook.com/polishcinema and instagram.com/polishcinema to stay updated on our events and new episode releases.Find out more about Academic Radio LUZ at radioluz.pl and on their social media instagram.com/radio_luz.