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Witold Giersz

Witold Giersz

Director & actor · born 26 February 1927 · Poraj, śląskie, Polska

Witold Giersz is a distinguished Polish animator and film director, renowned for his innovative contributions to animated cinema. He graduated from the Film Directing Faculty of the National Film School in Łódź. Giersz's work is characterized by his pioneering use of painterly animation techniques, applying translucent patches of color directly onto celluloid, creating a dynamic and fluid visual style. His films have garnered international acclaim, earning over eighty awards at festivals such as Cannes, Cork, Edinburgh, Oberhausen, and Krakow. Giersz's innovative storytelling and artistic techniques have significantly influenced the evolution of animated film.

Where to start: Horse Portrait (2023).

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