FROM WIERTOV TO SKONIECZNY - JADWIGA HUCKOVA

Discover a fascinating journey through the history of documentary film in Poland. Jadwiga Huckova's book is a study of the cinema of truth and untruth, which forces reflection on the role of documentary filmmakers and their impact on the image of reality. Immerse yourself in the analysis of the works of filmmakers who shaped the image of the Polish countryside, and learn about the behind-the-scenes of their work.

• In-depth analysis of the history of documentary film
• Study of the cinema of truth and untruth
• Insightful look at the role of documentary filmmakers
• Reflection on the influence of ideology on creativity
• Analysis of the image of the Polish countryside in films
• Discovering the behind-the-scenes of filmmakers' work
• Historical knowledge necessary for the proper interpretation of films

Jadwiga Huckova's book is not only an analysis of documentary films, but also an attempt to understand how the realities of life in the countryside were distorted and formatted by creators in the service of ideology. The author shows how important historical knowledge and knowledge of the circumstances of the creation of films are in order to properly interpret them. It is also a story about the creators who managed to debunk this image and make a valuable contribution to culture.

The Jagiellonian University Publishing House presents a publication that analyzes the problem of the vitality of the idea of a community built from the bottom up and the relevance of the myth of Kronstadt in the environment of Polish documentary filmmakers. The background for reflections on non-fiction cinema are selected literary works, feature films and studies relating to the peasant issue. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of film, the sociology of the village and the role of ideology in culture.

The author, Jadwiga Huckova, with extraordinary precision and insight analyzes selected film works, showing their historical and social context. Thanks to this, the reader can better understand how these films were created and what intentions their creators had. It is also a story about how documentary cinema can be a tool of manipulation, but also a source of truth and inspiration.

This book is not only a study of documentary film, but also a reflection on the role of culture in shaping our identity and perception of the world. It is a read that makes you think and ask questions about how the media influence our lives and how we can critically analyze the information conveyed to us. Ideal for students, researchers and all lovers of cinema and culture.