Archiving the Avant-Garde: Polish Educational Cinema and Edward Etler

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A two-part screening that highlights the intersection of avant-garde film techniques with educational and documentary cinema produced in Poland between 1950 and 1989. Curated by Stanisław Welbel, the program presents a unique chapter in Polish cinema, showcasing the remarkable contributions of the Wytwórnia Filmów Oświatowych (WFO) and celebrating the pioneering work of filmmaker Edward Etler. A talk between Stanisław Welbel and Ksenia Nouril will follow the 5pm screening. 

Co-presented by the Polish Cultural Institute New York and e-flux Screening Room in partnership with WFO Film Studio and The Adam Mickiewicz Institute.

A single ticket grants access to both screenings.