directed by Wojtek Smarzowski, drama, 105 min, eng subtitles
written by Wojtek Smarzowski
with Robert Wiêckiewicz, Julia Kijowska, Jacek Braciak, Andrzej Grabowski
Jerzy (Robert Wiêckiewicz) is a writer and a heavy drinker. We meet him at the point when he believes that he can overcome his addiction. He falls in love with a young girl (Julia Kijowska) and feels that finally he has met the right person and the reason to live for. But soon he yields to his addiction. One day Jerzy heads to The Mighty Angel tavern, where he starts his drinking session. Then he buys more alcohol from a night shop and goes back to his flat to carry on drinking. Incessantly. “The Mighty Angel” is a story about the downfall of a man bound by his addiction in a difficult and at times tragic fight for survival. A story of despair, hope, one more downfall, great determination and light at the end of the tunnel in the form of reciprocated love for a woman, who is the last chance for a return to normal life and escaping the scourge of addiction.
Awards
Prowincjonalia Festival 2014 (Best Actor)