George the Hedgehog

Set in contemporary Poland, the narrative unfolds amid modern technology and media culture. The cloning plot sits against a backdrop of current urban life, hinting at near-future implications without leaving the here-and-now. The pace and settings emphasize a day-to-day realism punctuated by surreal scientific twists.

The story unfolds in modern Warsaw, a bustling city with dense neighborhoods and iconic landmarks. The urban setting grounds the sci-fi premise in a real world, giving immediacy to the clone plot. Key locations include the Professor's lab, city streets, and the river by the Poniatowskiego bridge, which becomes a focal point of the climax.

🪞 Identity

The clone forces Jerzy to confront what makes a person real, blurring lines between self and reflection. Authenticity versus performance drives the emotional core as the duplicate mirrors and then challenges the original. The film explores how fame can complicate or erase personal identity.

🔬 Ethics

A laboratory experiment yields unforeseen consequences, raising questions about the morality of cloning and life manipulation. The Professor’s choices reveal the danger of science pursued without checks and the lure of control over living beings. The story interrogates responsibility for created beings and the boundaries of scientific curiosity.

🎭 Fame & Rivalry

The clone’s ascent to international celebrity critiques the spectacle of fame and the media machine. Jerzy’s fight to reclaim his name collides with a culture that worships an perfected image. The clash exposes how identity can be commodified and performative.