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Cast
Pawel Szajda
as Oliver Linovsky
Janusz Gajos
as Frank Goretzky
Grażyna Barszczewska
as pani Linovsky, matka Olivera
Wojciech Pszoniak
as profesor Karloff
Marta Żmuda-Trzebiatowska
as Kornelia
Wenanty Nosul
as Max Runyon, manager Olivera
Andrzej Krukowski
as Jack Goretzky, syn Franka
Peter J. Lucas
as Maurice Boisset
Emil Karewicz
as dziadek Olivera
Robert Gonera
as ksiądz Andrzej
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2011
Runtime1h 51m
LanguagePolish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes3
DirectorWiesław Saniewski
WritersWiesław Saniewski
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.7 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Winner
About The Winner
Oliver (Pawel Szajda) is a talented young pianist of Polish American heritage. After breaking off his European tournée, he is forced to repay the tour organizers 250 thousand Euros. On his journey, he meets the very colorful character of (Janusz Gajos) a retired high school math teacher and a great enthusiast of the horse races. He dreams of returning to America as a somebody, but can only do so after wining a momentous prize. From then on the two friends endeavor to gain success. They discover true friendship. Together they fulfill Franks dream of winning at the horse races, which in turn allows Oliver to buy back his personal freedom. Having recovered from a dramatically ended marriage, the young man is able to open up to a new love.
Directed by Wiesław Saniewski, The Winner leans on a strong ensemble — Pawel Szajda, Janusz Gajos, Grażyna Barszczewska — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2011.
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