ŚWIĘTO OGNIA | 97 min 
FEAST OF FIRE
Dir. Kinga Debska

"Fest of Fire" (Święto Ognia), directed by Kinga Dębska, is a poignant drama that delves into the lives of two sisters who grapple with their physical and emotional constraints. The film, adapted from a novel by Jakub Małecki, explores themes of ambition, personal struggle, and familial bonds. One sister, confined to a wheelchair, finds solace and expression in her vibrant imagination and love for comics, while her older sister pursues a career in ballet, believing it will help her escape from her troubling memories. Their father seeks refuge in his own escapades, illustrating a family each dealing with their past and present in unique ways. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of personal discovery and the revelation of a long-hidden family secret that emerges with the arrival of a vivacious neighbor .