The Peasants

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The Peasants

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Released Dec 8, 2023

1h 54m

History

Drama

Animation

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THE PEASANTS tells the story of Jagna, a young woman determined to forge her own path within the confines of a late 19th century Polish village -- a hotbed of gossip and on-going feuds, held together, rich and poor, by pride in their land, adherence to colorful traditions and a deep-rooted patriarchy. When Jagna finds herself caught between the conflicting desires of the village's richest farmer, his eldest son and other leading men of the community, her resistance puts her on a tragic collision course with the community around her.

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Critics Consensus

The Peasants is a tremendous visual achievement, although the story may be disappointingly conventional in comparison.

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Kaely Monahan

Arizona Republic

One could teach a master class on this film, it is that rich. For anyone who loves art, literature, and film, "The Peasants" is a must-see.

Rated: 4.5/5

Mar 20, 2024

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Michael O'Sullivan

Washington Post

Shot as live action and then transferred to oil paint, the visuals don’t always feel essential to the narrative.

Rated: 2/5

Mar 7, 2024

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G. Allen Johnson

San Francisco Chronicle

The Welchmans’ visual style is eye-popping — how they did it is shown during the end credits — but to what end?

Rated: 1/4

Feb 7, 2024

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Denise Pieniazek

EscribiendoCine

In conclusion, once again the filmmakers offer a work where form and content correspond and are enhanced through a beautiful aesthetic work that offers great visual delight and a complex and ruthless story that functions as a portrait of an era.

Rated: 9/10

Aug 22, 2024

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Ray Pride

Newcity

Unpleasant... It’s great to see ambitious animation style—a live-action shoot converted through rotoscoping-like technique—applied to adult subject matter, but I could hardly make it through the swishing, swirling look.

Rated: 3/10

Jul 4, 2024

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Pablo De Vita

La Nación (Argentina)

... Dazzling. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 4/5

Jun 6, 2024

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Magdalena

Great movie!!! We are really glad we could see it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/10/24

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Julie Z

It was amazing! So much tradition, history, and raw human emotion on the background of incredibly stunning art and imagery. It was gripping and enthralling at the same time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/04/24

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Eva C

This movie is breathtaking - it is scenery is captivating, and the story depicts village life in rural Europe during the 19th century. Kamila Urzezdowska who plays Jagna is gorgeous and her performance is mesmerizing. Look out for this rising star.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/04/24

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Ronald M.

An amazing technical feat that is a solid follow up to Loving Vincent. The films story covers very dark subject matter, which is sometimes in contrast with the beautiful visuals, but well worth the cinematic experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/04/24

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EK

Enjoyed this film. Honestly went to see it for the artistic illustrative animation. Interesting story, film score is great. Made me research a little more about original book it's based on. Was very curious why they decided to film it this way.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/10/23

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Audience Member

Beautiful but not much story.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/29/24

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DK Welchman

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Hugh Welchman

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Kamila Urzędowska

Jagna Paczesiówna

Robert Gulaczyk

Antek Boryna

Mirosław Baka

Maciej Boryna

Sonia Mietielica

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THE PEASANTS tells the story of Jagna, a young woman determined to forge her own path within the confines of a late 19th century Polish village -- a hotbed of gossip and on-going feuds, held together, rich and poor, by pride in their land, adherence to colorful traditions and a deep-rooted patriarchy. When Jagna finds herself caught between the conflicting desires of the village's richest farmer, his eldest son and other leading men of the community, her resistance puts her on a tragic collision course with the community around her.

Director: DK Welchman, Hugh Welchman
Producer: Sean M. Bobbitt, Hugh Welchman
Screenwriter: DK Welchman, Hugh Welchman
Distributor: Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co: Breakthru Films
Rating: R (Sexuality|Full Nudity|Violence Including Rape)
Genre: History, Drama, Animation
Original Language: Polish
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 8, 2023, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $154.9K
Runtime: 1h 54m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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