In Oświęcim, Poland, families confront the lasting effects of the Holocaust while living in close proximity to the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Synopsis
In Oświęcim, Poland, families confront the lasting effects of the Holocaust while living in close proximity to the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Synopsis
In Oświęcim, Poland, families live near the site of the Auschwitz concentration camp. Directed by Kinga Michalska, "Bedrock" follows these communities as they confront their history. The film captures personal stories and interactions, revealing how the legacy of the Holocaust influences daily life. It premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival and later at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival. The film is a Canadian production, released in 2025.
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Why Watch
- Meet communities living near Holocaust sites in Poland.
- Find out about the political challenges in film production.
- See the impact of history on modern Polish life.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in 2025.
- Kinga Michalska canceled a family trip to an amusement park near Auschwitz.
- The film was longlisted for the 2025 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award.
- Bedrock was planned as a Canadian-Polish coproduction but became a Canadian production due to political issues.
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Who directed the documentary Bedrock?
Bedrock was directed by Kinga Michalska.
What year was Bedrock released?
Bedrock was released in 2025.
Where did Bedrock have its Canadian premiere?
Bedrock had its Canadian premiere at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival.
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