Battle of Warsaw 1920


Battle of Warsaw 1920 is a Polish historical film directed by Jerzy Hoffman depicting the events of the Battle of Warsaw of the Polish–Soviet War. It was released in September 2011. It was filmed in 3D using the Fusion Camera System and is one of the most expensive movies in the history of cinema in Poland.

Plot

1920. After regaining independence, Poland is now seeking to stabilize the situation on the border. Marshal Józef Piłsudski wants to create federations of independent states in the east. Polish authorities announce mobilization. Jan Krynicki, a young poet with leftist views, returns to the army. On the day of leaving for the war, he marries Ola, a beautiful actress from the revue theater. Soon Poles manage to conquer Kiev. Shortly thereafter, Jan, stationed in Ukraine, is accused of Bolshevik agitation and sentenced to death. He is unexpectedly saved from shooting by an attack by the Bolsheviks, who take him captive. After conversations with Commissioner Bykowski, Jan finally sees the real calculations of the Red Revolution. In Warsaw, meanwhile, Ola is disturbed by Captain Kostrzewa. She decides to join the army to help defend the capital against the Bolsheviks constantly pushing west.

Cast