The Cross and the Axe (1972)

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An elegiac documentary about Krzyżtopór Castle in the village of Ujazd, southern Poland. Built between 1627 and 1644 by Krzysztof Ossoliński. It was occupied until 1770 when it was destroyed by the Russian army during the military actions against the army of the Bar Confederation. Nowadays, the castle is classified as a permanent ruin. The film is a powerful meditation on lasting tradition and historical decline; The images are accompanied by a folk ballad about the castle’s history, performed by the village choir from Iwaniska.

Director: Bogdan Dziworski
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 14 min
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Country: Poland
Original Language: pl
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cross and the Axe about?
An elegiac documentary about Krzyżtopór Castle in the village of Ujazd, southern Poland. Built between 1627 and 1644 by Krzysztof Ossoliński. It was occupied until 1770 when it was destroyed by the Russian army during the military actions against the army of the Bar Confederation. Nowadays, the castle is classified as a permanent ruin. The film is a powerful meditation on lasting tradition and historical decline; The images are accompanied by a folk ballad about the castle’s history, performed by the village choir from Iwaniska.
Who directed The Cross and the Axe?
The Cross and the Axe was directed by Bogdan Dziworski.
How long is The Cross and the Axe?
The Cross and the Axe has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
What genre is The Cross and the Axe?
The Cross and the Axe is a Documentary film.
Where was The Cross and the Axe produced?
The Cross and the Axe was produced in Poland.