Stefek (Damian Ul) is a six-year-old boy who is being raised by his single mother in a small mining town near Wroclaw. Closest to his older sister Elka (Ewelina Walendziak), Stefek spends most of his time following her around town, together believing that 'tricks' and 'games' can influence courses of events which shape their lives. However, as Stefek embarks on a game of chance in which he hopes to get closer to his wayward father, he suddenly realises that bargaining with destiny can be dangerous.
Directed by Andrzej Jakimowski, Tricks (Sztuczki) was released theatrically to great acclaim last year and has won numerous awards at festivals around the world. It's uncanny evocation of childhood has seen it championed as the best Polish film for some years.
Tricks will be released on UK DVD on 22nd February 2010 by New Wave Films at the RRP of £15.99. The only included extra is a Trailer. |
