# Katyn (2007)

> A Polish family drama confronts the Katyn massacre through wartime separation, state censorship, and the enduring pain of denied truth.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7908

## Facts

- Runtime: 122 min
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Director: Andrzej Wajda
- Cast: Andrzej Chyra, Maja Ostaszewska, Artur Żmijewski, Danuta Stenka, Jan Englert, Magdalena Cielecka, Agnieszka Glińska, Paweł Małaszyński
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0879843/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: mournful, somber, harrowing, historical reflection, arthouse viewing

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of love and loss amidst the horrors of war.

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