Signs of turmoil linger on walls and windshields in fragments that feel like recovered footage, while an authoritative voice justifies the measures taken to “restore calm.” Rather than argue a thesis, this film builds an intrigue that unfolds in time.

Editor Agnieszka Bojanowska (1932–2019) was exacting in her work. This trait brought out the best in director Bogdan Dziworski in their regular collaborations. Behind the scenes in the editing room, the duo clash, exchange ideas, and inspire one another.