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Kolkata Film Fest Spotlights Poland's Cinematic Treasures
14 Oct
Summary
- Poland is the spotlight country for the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival
- Exhibition 'The Treasures of Krakow' to showcase the city's history and cultural significance
- Two documentaries highlight the lives of Polish figures connected to India's independence
The 31st Kolkata International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from November 6 to 13, 2025, will have Poland as the spotlight country. The festival will not only showcase classic and modern Polish films, but also host an exhibition called 'The Treasures of Krakow' to highlight the history and cultural significance of the city.
The Polish segment of the festival will include five categories: contemporary Polish films, works by renowned Polish filmmakers, a centenary tribute to Wojciech Jerzy Has, Polish animation including short films, and films highlighting Indo-Polish connections. Discussions are underway to screen the film 'Chopin, Chopin!', which premiered in Poland in October 2025 and delves into the life of composer Frederic Chopin.
Two notable documentary films will also be featured: 'Enlightened Soul: The Three Names of Umadevi' by Tonmoy Das, and 'Chitraanjali: Stefan Norblin in India' by Malgorzata Skiba. The former highlights the life of a Polish woman named Wanda Dynowska, who was involved in India's freedom movement and collaborated with Mahatma Gandhi, Pope John Paul II, and the Dalai Lama. The latter recounts the story of Polish artist Stefan Norblin, who found refuge in India during World War II and spent six years working for the royal families of Morvi, Ramgarh, and Jodhpur.
