The Hatcher
Matecznik
Synopsis
A teenage Karol, who is conditionally released from the correctional facility, stays in a training flat. Under electronic supervision, he starts his life anew. In his daily "life training" he can count on Marta's help. The relationship between them deepens and creates a chance for something more. With time, Marta's lessons become more and more unconventional, and her relationship with Karol turns into an ambiguous bond.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Gdynia Polish Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Grzegorz Mołda
- Screenplay & Story
- Grzegorz Mołda, Monika Powalisz
- Original Title
- Matecznik
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Harine Films, Telewizja Polska
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Grzegorz Mołda
Grzegorz Mołda, Monika Powalisz
Constanze Schmitt
Bartłomiej Piasek, Piotr Wójcik
Izabela Igel
Department Leadership Roster
Grzegorz Mołda
Director
Grzegorz Mołda
Writer
Mela Melak
Production Design
Monika Powalisz
Writer
Małgorzata Fudala
Costume Design
Izabela Igel
Producer
Bartłomiej Piasek
Editor
Piotr Wójcik
Editor
Constanze Schmitt
Director of Photography
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Polish Films
Polish cinema: Wikidata country-of-origin Poland, merged with the canon (Polish Film School, Moral Anxiety, Has, Zulawski, Kieslowski, Wajda, contemporary).
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What is The Hatcher about?
A teenage Karol, who is conditionally released from the correctional facility, stays in a training flat. Under electronic supervision, he starts his life anew. In his daily "life training" he can count on Marta's help. The relationship between them deepens and creates a chance for something more. With time, Marta's lessons become more and more unconventional, and her relationship with Karol turns into an ambiguous bond.
Who directed The Hatcher?
The Hatcher was directed by Grzegorz Mołda.
Who stars in The Hatcher?
The principal cast of The Hatcher includes Agnieszka Kryst, Michał Zieliński, Wioletta Kopańska, Marcin Cecko.
When was The Hatcher released and how long is it?
The Hatcher was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.