TIGHTROPE WALK. ON ART, POLITICS AND THE WORLD MARIA MALATYŃSKA DISCUSSED

The book "Tightrope Walk" is a fascinating journey through the world of art, politics, and social life, seen through the eyes of Jerzy Stuhr, one of the most outstanding Polish actors. In conversation with Maria Malatyńska, Stuhr shares his thoughts, dilemmas, and experiences, creating a portrait of a man who constantly balances on a tightrope between personal and public life.

• Sincere confessions by Jerzy Stuhr about life in Poland and politics.
• Reflections on Wałęsa and Stalin, Witkacy and Gombrowicz.
• Analysis of the pressure exerted on public figures.
• Stories about the fascination with film, Italy, and the Mediterranean lifestyle.
• Discussions giving hope and courage in the face of a complicating reality.
• Comments with a wink on the last years of the actor's career.

Jerzy Stuhr, actor and theater and film director, long-time rector of the PWST in Krakow, shares his observations on the changing world. His conversations with Maria Malatyńska are not only a record of personal experiences but also an attempt to understand today's reality. Stuhr, associated with Krakow and Italy, collaborated with outstanding directors such as Krzysztof Kieślowski and Andrzej Wajda, which had a huge impact on his work and his view of the world.

Maria Malatyńska, film scholar and publicist, lecturer at the PWST in Krakow, leads Stuhr through the meanders of his life and career. Her questions provoke reflection and allow the reader to better understand the complexity of human nature. Malatyńska, winner of many awards, including the Film Critics Award and the ZAiKS Award, is a respected figure in the world of film and culture.

This book is not only a record of conversations but also a testimony of an era. Stuhr and Malatyńska, from the perspective of their experiences, comment on political and social events, creating a unique portrait of Poland in recent years. Their discussions are full of humor, irony, and distance, which makes reading both informative and enjoyable. "Tightrope Walk" is a must-read for anyone interested in art, politics, and social life.

Mando Publishing presents this exceptional book in an elegant paperback cover, consisting of 288 pages. The 145x210 mm format makes the book handy and comfortable to read. The year of publication 2023 guarantees that the reader receives the latest view of the world of Jerzy Stuhr and Maria Malatyńska. It is a book that will certainly enrich every library and provide many hours of inspiring reading.