Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden (2021)

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Polish author Zbigniew Herbert is one of the most remarkable poets of the 20th century. His works have been translated into 40 languages, acclaimed and awarded around the world, mainly because of its timeless and universal dimension. In Poland, his significance is even greater, as Herbert was a moral guide in his native country. His poetry was of great importance during the fight against communism. Many Poles learned his poems by heart and remember them up to this day. However, behind the crystalline beauty of his poetry, there is a man struggling with everyday life. His story told by his wife, Katarzyna, and people who were close to him unveils a picture of a unique, yet complex artist. A model of intelligence, humour and charm, on the one hand, Herbert has been struggling with anger, physical pain and mental illness, on the other.

Director: Rafael Lewandowski
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 95 min
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Production: Mazowiecki Instytut Kultury, Canal+ Polska, Donten & Lacroix Films, Lutetia Arabians, Mazowiecki i Warszawski Fundusz Filmowy, Telewizja Polska, Blick Productions
Country: Poland, France
Language: Polski
Original Language: pl
More Films by Director: Rafael Lewandowski
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden about?
Polish author Zbigniew Herbert is one of the most remarkable poets of the 20th century. His works have been translated into 40 languages, acclaimed and awarded around the world, mainly because of its timeless and universal dimension. In Poland, his significance is even greater, as Herbert was a moral guide in his native country. His poetry was of great importance during the fight against communism. Many Poles learned his poems by heart and remember them up to this day. However, behind the crystalline beauty of his poetry, there is a man struggling with everyday life. His story told by his wife, Katarzyna, and people who were close to him unveils a picture of a unique, yet complex artist. A model of intelligence, humour and charm, on the one hand, Herbert has been struggling with anger, physical pain and mental illness, on the other.
Who directed Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden?
Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden was directed by Rafael Lewandowski.
Who stars in Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden?
Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden stars Zbigniew Herbert, Andrzej Chyra.
How long is Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden?
Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden?
Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden is a Documentary film.
Where was Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden produced?
Herbert. Barbarian in the Garden was produced in Poland, France.