We are pleased to announce that Dr. Agnieszka Skołucka, Vice-Dean for Organization and Projects at the Krzysztof Kieślowski Film School of the University of Silesia, has been appointed to the Lifelong Learning Committee of the Silesian Federation of Polish Entrepreneurs!
During the inaugural meeting, key directions were set for advancing competencies and promoting the idea of lifelong learning.
The Committee, chaired by Dr. Joanna Strzelczyk-Łucka, includes:
Dr. hab. Aleksandra Kuzior, Prof. of Silesian University of Technology
On March 16, 2025, the Krzysztof Kieślowski Film School of the University of Silesia in Katowice hosted the final meeting in a series dedicated to Rev. Józef Tischner.
The event was introduced by Prof. UŚ Dr. hab. Krystyna Doktorowicz, who provided participants with insights into the context and significance of Ewa Puczek’s conversations with the renowned philosopher.
After the meeting, guests had the opportunity to explore the school during a special guided tour, led by Prof. UŚ Dr. hab. Krystyna Doktorowicz and Dr. Agnieszka Skołucka.
We warmly invite you to explore the latest exhibitions of Prof. Rafał Milach, PhD, a renowned photographer, visual artist, and lecturer associated with the Krzysztof Kieślowski Film School in Katowice.
His works, which address social and political themes, are showcased in exhibitions both in Poland and abroad.
More details about the exhibitions below! 👇
REVERSE
📍 Jednostka Gallery, Warsaw
📅 March 15 – April 26, 2025
Drawing inspiration from Karl Lagerfeld’s extensive book collection at the 7L library in Paris, Rafał Milach creates collages under the title Reverse. His work examines the concept of "beauty standards" and how the human body—especially the female body—is depicted and perceived.
SELF-PORTRAITS
📍 National Museum in Warsaw
📅 March 21 – July 20, 2025
The exhibition Self-Portraits presents contemporary interpretations of the genre, extending far beyond the traditional depictions of artists’ likenesses known from art history. The showcase features works by twenty artists, including Rafał Milach.
UNSTABLE EXHIBITION. 4X COLLECTION
📍 Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw
📅 February 21 – October 5, 2025
This exhibition features over 150 works divided into four thematic sections. These sections represent four—out of many possible—perspectives on interpreting and perceiving the museum's collection.
MAGNUM. A WORLD OF PHOTOGRAPHY
📍 Foto Arsenal, Vienna, Austria
📅 March 21 – June 1, 2025
The exhibition Magnum. A World of Photography unveils little-known aspects of the legendary agency Magnum Photos, juxtaposing archival materials with a contemporary perspective. It presents over 300 photographs and objects spanning seven decades of the agency’s history.
MY EYES MISLEAD BEES
📍 Ujazdowski Castle Centre for Contemporary Art, Warsaw
📅 March 21 – August 31, 2025
The exhibition My Eyes Mislead Bees explores contemporary Polish photography, showcasing diverse approaches to visual storytelling. It is accompanied by photo books and a guide featuring artists' commentaries, providing deeper insights into their works.
From March 13 to 16, a series of meetings dedicated to Fr. Józef Tischner – his life, work, and philosophy – will take place. The event will conclude with a screening of archival conversations between Ewelina Puczek and Fr. Tischner on March 16 in the cinema hall of the Krzysztof Kieślowski Film School at the University of Silesia.
The screening will be introduced by Professor Krystyna Doktorowicz (University of Silesia), PhD, DSc.
📌 You can find the full program on the attached infographic.
Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.
The intense preparations for the 22nd edition of the Węgiel Film Festival are in full swing – a unique celebration of student cinema at the Krzysztof Kieślowski Film School at the University of Silesia! 🎬
The event will take place from May 7-10, 2025 – mark these dates in your calendars and read on for more details.
This year’s theme is the creative trio: director, screenwriter, and producer – the three pillars upon which every film stands!
Want to be part of this exceptional event? Have an exciting film project and want to present it to others, gain partners, and bring your idea to life?
Pitching Session is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply today – we’re accepting submissions until March 31. Below, you’ll find links for registration and more details.
Additionally, as every year, during Węgiel Film Festival, we will hold Open Days for the following programs: Directing, Film, Television Image Production, and Photography, and Film and Television Production Organization. More details coming soon – stay tuned and be ready!
Furthermore, this year we are celebrating the jubilee of the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia! To mark the occasion, as part of the "50 for 50" program, special screenings titled "School of Life" will take place during the Festival.
As part of the „50 for 50” project, each institution will organize a film screening focused on a selected segment of the history of the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia. The screenings will be accompanied by meetings with invited guests who will discuss the films and share their festival memories.
Stay with us and join us in the celebration!
Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.Photo by Krzysztof Szlapa, Węgiel Film Festival 2023.
