
Woman Of…
Synopsis:
The 45-year journey of Aniela Wesola, born and raised as Andrzej, who for decades lives against her true self—first as a man, starting a family, and eventually discovering the truth of her identity and the courage to live it. Blending lyrical storytelling and an intimate portrait of its protagonist with a rich historical backdrop of Poland’s transformation from communism to capitalism, the film offers a multifaceted depiction of a transgender woman’s struggle against social ostracism, legal obstacles, and inner turmoil. It is an empathetic, emotionally resonant story about the power of authenticity, love, and hope.
Michał Englert, Małgorzata Szumowska, Klaudia Śmieja-Rostworowska, Bogna Szewczyk-Skupień
No-Mad Films, Madants
Michal Englert, Malgorzata Szumowska
2023
Malgorzata Hajewska-Krzysztofik, Joanna Kulig, Mateusz Wieclawek, Bogumiła Bajor, Jerzy Bonczak, Anna Tomaszewska




