Warsaw

Teodora Ana Mihai’s ‘Traffic’ Clinches Grand Prize at 40th Warsaw Film Festival, Highlighting Global Cinema Triumphs

by

Warsaw, Poland – The Warsaw Film Festival celebrated its 40th anniversary with a grand closing ceremony on October 19, where filmmakers from around the globe were recognized for their outstanding contributions to cinema. Among the notable awardees was Teodora Ana Mihai, whose film Traffic clinched the Grand Prize in the International Competition, accompanied by a significant cash prize of approximately €23,000, courtesy of the Mayor of Warsaw. Traffic, a gripping narrative penned by Cristian Mungiu, explores the harrowing journey of Romanian villagers who migrate to the Netherlands in search of better opportunities, only to find … Read more

Polish Opposition Leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski Slams Government, Urges Support at Warsaw Rally

by

WARSAW, Poland – At a rally in Warsaw, Jarosław Kaczyński, the leader of Poland’s conservative opposition party, Law and Justice, levied severe accusations against the current pro-European Union government. He claimed that the administration was betraying national interests and engaging in unlawful activities. Kaczyński addressed these issues before a crowd of several thousand supporters waving the national white-and-red flags, despite the day’s challenging windy weather conditions. Kaczyński’s speech did not just criticize the government but also aimed to galvanize his base in preparation for the upcoming presidential election next year. While he has not yet … Read more