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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 10 MIN

Vistula Movie Club: Directing Dreams - A Double Premiere with Alisa

from VISTULA PODCAST · host Uczelnia Vistula

In this special Vistula Film Festival Edition of our podcast, host Aleska talks with Alisa - a talented student filmmaker and team leader at this year’s festival. Alisa shares her exciting journey from being a producer and background actress in the previous year, to making her directorial debut with not one, but two original films for this year's lineup.In this episode, we explore:The Creative Process of a Duo: Alice discusses her close collaboration with her best friend and co-director, Ilona, and how their friendship fuels their creative energy.A Tale of Two Genres: A look at the contrasting styles of Alice’s two entries—the heart-warming and experimental comedy-musical Swagusia and the more intense, serious drama Almost Passed it.The Adrenaline of Directing: Alice reveals the challenges of her first time in the director’s chair, including a 3:00 AM wake-up call and a "dangerous" filming encounter that almost involved the police!Hidden Details: Discover the personal "Easter Eggs" Alisa tucked away in her films, including a special tribute to the artist Noize MC.Style and Evolution: How Alisa has developed a unique cinematic voice that balances humor with deep emotional resonance.Don’t miss the screenings! Experience both of Alisa's films, Swagusia and Almost Passed it, on May 29th at 2:00 PM in Aula 4. Come and feel the "breeze" of Alisa's creativity!

In this special Vistula Film Festival Edition of our podcast, host Aleska talks with Alisa - a talented student filmmaker and team leader at this year’s festival. Alisa shares her exciting journey from being a producer and background actress in the previous year, to making her directorial debut with not one, but two original films for this year's lineup.In this episode, we explore:The Creative Process of a Duo: Alice discusses her close collaboration with her best friend and co-director, Ilona, and how their friendship fuels their creative energy.A Tale of Two Genres: A look at the contrasting styles of Alice’s two entries—the heart-warming and experimental comedy-musical Swagusia and the more intense, serious drama Almost Passed it.The Adrenaline of Directing: Alice reveals the challenges of her first time in the director’s chair, including a 3:00 AM wake-up call and a "dangerous" filming encounter that almost involved the police!Hidden Details: Discover the personal "Easter Eggs" Alisa tucked away in her films, including a special tribute to the artist Noize MC.Style and Evolution: How Alisa has developed a unique cinematic voice that balances humor with deep emotional resonance.Don’t miss the screenings! Experience both of Alisa's films, Swagusia and Almost Passed it, on May 29th at 2:00 PM in Aula 4. Come and feel the "breeze" of Alisa's creativity!

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