Decalogue IV
Dekalog, cztery
“Honour thy father and thy mother.”
Synopsis
A father and daughter, Michał and Anka, have a unique intimacy, which the college-aged Anka is beginning to feel conflicted about. When she finds an unopened letter from her deceased mother, it seems to justify her attraction to Michał, who may not in fact be her father.
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Adrianna Biedrzyńska
Anka
Janusz Gajos
Michał
Artur Barciś
Young Man with Canoe
Aleksander Bardini
Consultant
Adam Hanuszkiewicz
Professor
Jan Tesarz
Taxi Driver
Igor Śmiałowski
Man in Okecie
Andrzej Blumenfeld
Michal's Friend
Elżbieta Kilarska
Jarek's Mother
Tomasz Kozłowicz
Jarek
Helena Norowicz
Doctor
Andrzej Chyra
Student (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Krzysztof Kieślowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz
- Original Score
- Zbigniew Preisner
- Original Title
- Dekalog, cztery
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Polish
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Sender Freies Berlin, Telewizja Polska, Studio Filmowe Tor
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz
Zbigniew Preisner
Krzysztof Pakulski
Ewa Smal
Department Leadership Roster
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Director
Zbigniew Preisner
Original Music Composer
Ewa Smal
Editor
Halina Dobrowolska
Production Design
Krzysztof Pakulski
Director of Photography
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Screenplay
Krzysztof Piesiewicz
Screenplay
Hanna Ćwikło
Costume Design
Małgorzata Obłoza
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Decalogue IV
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Decalogue IV about?
A father and daughter, Michał and Anka, have a unique intimacy, which the college-aged Anka is beginning to feel conflicted about. When she finds an unopened letter from her deceased mother, it seems to justify her attraction to Michał, who may not in fact be her father.
Who directed Decalogue IV?
Decalogue IV was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
Who stars in Decalogue IV?
The principal cast of Decalogue IV includes Adrianna Biedrzyńska, Janusz Gajos, Artur Barciś, Aleksander Bardini, Adam Hanuszkiewicz.
When was Decalogue IV released and how long is it?
Decalogue IV was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Decalogue IV?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Decalogue IV was composed by Zbigniew Preisner.