The Scar
Blizna
Synopsis
When a political decision is made as to the location of a new large chemical factory, Stefan Bednarz is put in charge of it. This honest communist party man has to confront the local community opposing the construction.
Top Cast
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Franciszek Pieczka
Stefan Bednarz
Mariusz Dmochowski
Bolesław
Jerzy Stuhr
Bednarz's assistant
Jan Skotnicki
Stanisław Lech
Stanisław Igar
Minister
Stanisław Michalski
Ministry employee
Michał Tarkowski
Michał Gałecki
Andrzej Skupień
Presidium of the National Council employee
Halina Winiarska
Bednarz's Wife
Joanna Orzeszkowska
Eva - Bednarz's Daughter
Jadwiga Bryniarska
Agnieszka Holland
Secretary Hania
Małgorzata Leśniewska
Miss Małgosia
Asja Łamtiugina
Olecko woman at the meeting
Ryszard Bacciarelli
Architect at the meeting
Franciszek Barfuss
Bohdan Ejmont
Man at the meeting
Henryk Hunko
Olecko man
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Krzysztof Kieślowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Krzysztof Kieślowski, Romuald Karaś
- Original Score
- Stanisław Radwan
- Original Title
- Blizna
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Zespół Filmowy "Tor"
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Krzysztof Kieślowski, Romuald Karaś
Stanisław Radwan
Sławomir Idziak
Krystyna Górnicka
Department Leadership Roster
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Director
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Writer
Stanisław Radwan
Original Music Composer
Sławomir Idziak
Director of Photography
Krystyna Górnicka
Editor
Andrzej Płocki
Production Design
Izabella Konarzewska
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Scar about?
When a political decision is made as to the location of a new large chemical factory, Stefan Bednarz is put in charge of it. This honest communist party man has to confront the local community opposing the construction.
Who directed The Scar?
The Scar was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
Who stars in The Scar?
The principal cast of The Scar includes Franciszek Pieczka, Mariusz Dmochowski, Jerzy Stuhr, Jan Skotnicki, Stanisław Igar.
When was The Scar released and how long is it?
The Scar was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Scar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Scar was composed by Stanisław Radwan.
Is The Scar based on a book or true story?
The Scar is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Romuald Karaś".