A Short Film About Killing
Originally released in 1988. A Short Film About Killing is a crime/drama film. directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mirosław Baka, Krzysztof Globisz, and Jan Tesarz
Synopsis
Jacek climbs into the taxi driven by Waldemar, tells him to drive to a remote location, then brutally strangles him, seemingly without motive.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 11, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (383 votes)
Language
PL
Original language
Country
Poland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mirosław Baka
as Jacek Łazar
Krzysztof Globisz
as Piotr Balicki
Jan Tesarz
as Waldemar Rekowski
Zbigniew Zapasiewicz
as Committee Chairman
Barbara Dziekan
as Cashier
Aleksander Bednarz
as The Executioner
Jerzy Zass
as Police Commander
Zdzisław Tobiasz
as Judge
Artur Barciś
as Young Man
Krystyna Janda
as Dorota
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- PRF "Zespoły Filmowe"
- Zespół Filmowy "Tor"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Short Film About Killing about?
Jacek climbs into the taxi driven by Waldemar, tells him to drive to a remote location, then brutally strangles him, seemingly without motive.
Who directed A Short Film About Killing?
A Short Film About Killing was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
How long is A Short Film About Killing?
A Short Film About Killing has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was A Short Film About Killing released?
A Short Film About Killing was released on March 11, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Short Film About Killing?
The main cast of A Short Film About Killing includes Mirosław Baka, Krzysztof Globisz, Jan Tesarz, Zbigniew Zapasiewicz, Barbara Dziekan.
Is A Short Film About Killing worth watching?
A Short Film About Killing has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 383 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.