Paris Match 23.10.2008
Rafal Guzniczak, Damian Ul and Ewelina Walendziak.
Tricks
by Andrzej Jakimowski
with Damian Ul, Ewelina Walendziak,
Tomasz Sapryk...
A little boy (Damian Ul) lives in his own
carefree world, while his older sister
(Ewelina Walendziak) tries her luck in
the world of employment. One day they
come across a man in whom they think
they recognized their father (Tomasz
Sapryk) and they hope to bring him back
home. Andrzej Jakimowski transforms sad
Polish suburbs into country scenery full of
sunlight and with remarkable inhabitants.
Supported by the natural charm of his
actors he talks about universal topics:
education, solidarity, family, sometimes
by means of a bit serious symbols. Still, the
framing follows the sensuality of gestures
and discovers hope in the eyes of his heroes.
The fresh dialogues and colorful music
bring in humor, and make this tale
a charming entertainment. C. H.