The Peasants

In the end, The Peasants presents a stark portrait of a community torn apart by traditions, jealousy, and social pressures. Jagna, a beautiful and independent young woman, is a symbol of individual spirit in a society that seeks to control her. Despite her efforts to carve out her own path, she is ultimately betrayed by the community and even by the man she loved, Antek. His abandonment in her time of greatest need signifies the film’s tragic message: that societal norms and petty jealousies often crush the most vulnerable. As Jagna is pushed out and violently exiled from the village, it reflects how deeply rooted these oppressive traditions are, punishing those who dare to stand apart. Her expulsion isn’t just a punishment for her perceived sins or her beauty, but a reflection of a community frantic to preserve its rigid social order at any cost. The ending leaves us with a haunting image of Jagna, discarded and helpless on the outskirts of Lipce, embodying the tragic consequence of a society that values conformity over compassion and individuality. It’s a powerful reminder of how deeply societal pressures can destroy personal freedom and human dignity.

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