The animated film of THE LOST TOWN OF ŚWITEŹ is based on the 19th-century Polish epic poem by Poland's greatest writer, Adam Mickiewicz, about a ghostly town deluged after a bloody massacre in medieval times, which now lies at the bottom of a remote lake. It is an apocalyptic tale of destruction, religious miracles and spectral visitations.

The film imports paintings into digital 3D combined with both CG animation and visual special effects to create a mesmerizing aesthetic experience, set to a specially-commissioned full choral and orchestral score. It dramatically merges literature, painting, music and animation.
Running time :
ca. 24 minutes
(plus additional supporting ”making of” material)
Master Materials :
Available on 35mm and Digital Cinema Print for screening with live orchestra and choir.
“The Making of Świteź Exhibition” featuring the paintings used in the film is also available for exhibition.
Completion Date:
May-June 2010

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