Hania studies at the State Higher School of Theatre in Warsaw. One day, she attends a theatrical premiere of Dziady (Forefathers’ Eve) by Adam Mickiewicz, a literary work that is an expression of the deepest patriotic feelings, an image of the nation's suffering in captivity and an image of the struggle against an invader. The then government believed that "Dziady" was an allusion to its ruling and it may instigate uprisings. At the premiere, Hania meets Janek, a student of the university of technology. Their meeting is the beginning of great love. The carefree and all lovey-dovey couple is completely uninterested in politics which, however, starts to influence their lives in a more and more brutal way. The persecution of citizens of Jewish origin is gaining on strength. Hania's father, an excellent doctor, and her mother lose their jobs and are among those affected by the anti-Semitic purge. With no money and no prospects for the future, Hania's family decides to emigrate. But the girl does not want to leave. The circle of history speeds up: Students in Warsaw protest in defence of Dziady, which has been removed from the stage due to political reasons. The protests culminate in a rally at the university and its brutal pacification. Hania and Janek take part in it, paying a very high price. They are beaten up, arrested, interrogated, and expelled from their universities. It is a harsh lesson of civic maturity for both of them.

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26-10-2023 19:00, KinoGram

Language: Polish   Subtitles: English