Cold War / Zimna wojna

Charismatic pianist Viktor is scouring a grey, post World War II Poland in search of members to form a folk ensemble. He meets the rebellious singer Zula, who seems perfect. Wiktor falls for the charms of the blonde beauty and the two embark on a passionate affair. In the face of increasing political pressure, Wiktor decides to flee to the West with Zula by his side. They plan to do so when the ensemble is invited to East Berlin to give a concert. The two set the date for their escape when Zula is suddenly overcome by doubts and fear... Set against the backdrop of 1950’s Europe and inspired by the turbulent marriage of his own parents, director Paweł Pawlikowski portrays the odyssey of two lovers who repeatedly lose sight of and rediscover one another.