The Miracle Fair
Originally released in 1966. The Miracle Fair is a documentary film. directed by Jerzy Hoffman. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A color-coded testimony of a bygone era. In the documentary, director Jerzy Hoffman presents the magical world of a folk marketplace. As a result, groups of imposters, specialists in black magic, home-grown inventors and charismatic healers are gathered among the stalls. Wonder Fair is a colourful world full of figures of the Blessed Virgin Mary, gingerbread hearts and ointments for all ailments. The documentary, awarded at the 1967 Tourfilm Competition in Warsaw, gives up irony or big-city paternalism, presenting the characters with sympathy and warmth.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1966
60 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
PL
Original language
Country
Poland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Wytwórnia Filmów Dokumentalnych
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Miracle Fair about?
A color-coded testimony of a bygone era. In the documentary, director Jerzy Hoffman presents the magical world of a folk marketplace. As a result, groups of imposters, specialists in black magic, h...
Who directed The Miracle Fair?
The Miracle Fair was directed by Jerzy Hoffman.
How long is The Miracle Fair?
The Miracle Fair has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was The Miracle Fair released?
The Miracle Fair was released on January 1, 1966 in theaters.