STĄD - DOKĄD | 84 min 
IN THE REAR VIEW
Dir. Maciek Hamela

"In the Rearview" (Stąd-Dotąd), directed by Maciek Hamela, is a poignant documentary that captures the stories of Ukrainian refugees during the initial days of the Russian invasion. The film follows their arduous journey in a van traveling from Ukraine to Poland, serving various roles from a waiting room to a confession booth, where the passengers share their harrowing experiences. Through these personal stories, the film paints a collective portrait of resilience, focusing on the human aspect of displacement without resorting to sensationalism. The narrative unfolds naturally as passengers share their experiences and fears, offering a deeply human perspective on the refugee crisis .