Rack focusing: Making visible everyday violence against women in Polish cinema. The case of Wojtek Smarzowski
European Journal of Cultural Studies
Published online on March 25, 2026
Abstract
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This article examines the representation of everyday violence against women in the films of Wojtek Smarzowski, one of the most progressive directors of contemporary Polish cinema. Historically, Polish cinema has marginalized women’s experiences, framing ...
This article examines the representation of everyday violence against women in the films of Wojtek Smarzowski, one of the most progressive directors of contemporary Polish cinema. Historically, Polish cinema has marginalized women’s experiences, framing ...