Illumination
1973, Polish. Directed by Krzysztof Zanussi.
Film chronicles a decade in the life of a young physics student whose absolute faith in the primacy of rationality and science is shaken by tragedy and affairs of the heart.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Polish
- Rated
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Illumination is streaming on Eternal Family in India.
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Cast & crew
- Krzysztof ZanussiDirector
- Stanisław LatałłoFranciszek Retman
- Monika Dzienisiewicz-OlbrychskaAgnieszka
- Małgorzata PritulakMałgorzata
- Jan SkotnickiPatient
- Edward ŻebrowskiPhysician
- Wlodzimierz ZonnUniversity Dean
- Bogdan MielnikBogdan Mielnik
- Wladyslaw TurskiWładysław Turski
- Wlodzimierz ZawadzkiAssistant
- Lukasz TurskiŁukasz Turski
- Jadwiga Colonna-WalewskaFranciszek's Mother
- K. ErnstCast
Details
- Released
- 29 September 1973
- Original title
- Iluminacja
- Country
- Poland
- Written by
- Krzysztof Zanussi
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Illumination: quick answers
Is Illumination worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Illumination?
Illumination runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Illumination have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Illumination. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Illumination parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Illumination yet.
Which OTT platform is Illumination on?
Illumination is streaming on Eternal Family in India. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Illumination?
If you liked Illumination, try Decalogue I, Decalogue II, Blind Chance.
Who directed Illumination?
Illumination (1973) was directed by Krzysztof Zanussi and stars Stanisław Latałło, Monika Dzienisiewicz-Olbrychska, Małgorzata Pritulak.