In 1950, at night, a passenger train kills a man on the tracks. He is Orzechowski, an engineer since 1914. An inquiry immediately follows. Testimony takes the form of flashbacks. Tuszka, the station master, believes Orzechowski was a saboteur; at least one on the inquiry panel agrees. Zapora, the young engineer on the train that hit Orzechowski, gives more complicated testimony about the dead man – stiff-necked, proud, imperious, critical of Zapora and other younger workers. The signalman at the crossing where Orzechowski died also testifies. Can the panel arrive at the truth in a world where workers unite, inferior coal is a badge of honor, and the old order is suspect?
Man on the Tracks
Człowiek na torze
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At Eastern European Movies, you're invited to immerse yourself in the captivating world of Man on the Tracks (Człowiek na torze), a cinematic journey hailing from Poland. Released in 1957, this film is a quintessential piece of Drama, deftly crafted by the renowned director Andrzej Munk, and brought to life through the compelling performances of a skilled cast, including Kazimierz Opalinski, Zygmunt Maciejewski and Zygmunt Zintel.
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Exploring the nuances of Poland's society and culture, Man on the Tracks offers a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Whether you're a native speaker looking to revisit the classics of your homeland or a student of the language and culture seeking a deeper understanding, this film presents an opportunity to do so through the compelling medium of cinema.
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