# The Peasants (2023)

> A young Polish villager’s desire for autonomy collides with the patriarchal customs, economic bargains, and merciless gossip of her community.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/519878

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Animation, History, Drama
- Director: Hugh Welchman, DK Welchman
- Cast: Kamila Urzędowska, Robert Gulaczyk, Mirosław Baka, Sonia Mietielica, Ewa Kasprzyk, Cezary Łukaszewicz, Małgorzata Kożuchowska, Sonia Bohosiewicz
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10651230/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: lush, oppressive, sensual, arthouse film night, historical drama evening

## Synopsis

A young woman's quest for independence challenges the traditions of her village, revealing the dark undercurrents of society.

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