Behind the Wall
Za ścianą
Synopsis
Jan is a young assistant professor in chemistry and a workaholic, Anna is an unsuccessful science writer who turns to Jan for advice and human compassion, but Jan, absorbed with his career, remains immune to Anna's clumsy efforts to pierce his defenses.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
New York Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Krzysztof Zanussi
- Screenplay & Story
- Krzysztof Zanussi, Edward Żebrowski
- Original Title
- Za ścianą
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Polish
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Zespół Filmowy "Tor"
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Krzysztof Zanussi
Krzysztof Zanussi, Edward Żebrowski
Jan Hesse
Urszula Śliwińska
Department Leadership Roster
Jan Hesse
Director of Photography
Krzysztof Zanussi
Director
Krzysztof Zanussi
Writer
Edward Żebrowski
Writer
Urszula Śliwińska
Editor
Anna B. Sheppard
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Wall
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What is Behind the Wall about?
Jan is a young assistant professor in chemistry and a workaholic, Anna is an unsuccessful science writer who turns to Jan for advice and human compassion, but Jan, absorbed with his career, remains immune to Anna's clumsy efforts to pierce his defenses.
Who directed Behind the Wall?
Behind the Wall was directed by Krzysztof Zanussi.
Who stars in Behind the Wall?
The principal cast of Behind the Wall includes Zbigniew Zapasiewicz, Maja Komorowska, Jan Kreczmar, Eugenia Herman, Krzysztof Machowski.
When was Behind the Wall released and how long is it?
Behind the Wall was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 56m.