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197318 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(11 ratings)• TMDB

The Bricklayer

197318 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(11 ratings)• TMDB

An 18-minute documentary details the life and career of Joseph Malesa, a former party activist, labor leader, and mason in Poland.

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Krzysztof Kieślowski

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An 18-minute documentary details the life and career of Joseph Malesa, a former party activist, labor leader, and mason in Poland.

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Krzysztof Kieślowski

Krzysztof Kieślowskidirector

Krzysztof Kieślowski

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Józef Malesacast

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Joseph Malesa worked as a mason in Poland. He was also a party activist and labor leader. His career included significant challenges and achievements. The documentary outlines key events in his life and career from the 1970s. It portrays his experiences within the labor movement and his contributions to the community. The film runs for 18 minutes and is conducted in Polish.

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