Release, runtime and language

1968 · 152 mins · Polish

Directed by

Wojciech Jerzy Has

Starring

Anna Seniuk, Marian Opania, Wojciech Solarz, Ryszard Kotys, Beata Tyszkiewicz, Krystyna Feldman

Set in 19th‑century Warsaw, the story follows Wokulski, a businessman whose success impresses the pension‑driven aristocracy that shirks new ventures. While his financial talent draws respect, his lack of family and low rank spark contempt. Secretly helping the poor yet influential father of girl known as “the doll,” he makes her aware of affection.