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A Short Film About Killing (1988) poster

Movie The Rerun: 1980s

A Short Film About Killing

In Warsaw, a young man commits a senseless, violent murder, and the state answers with its own cold, calculated execution.

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In Warsaw, a young man commits a senseless, violent murder, and the state answers with its own cold, calculated execution.

Why watch Krzysztof Kieślowski's film won the Jury Prize and FIPRESCI Prize at Cannes and the European Film Award for Best Film.

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Where can I watch A Short Film About Killing?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for A Short Film About Killing in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is A Short Film About Killing about?
In Warsaw, a young man commits a senseless, violent murder, and the state answers with its own cold, calculated execution.
Who is in the cast of A Short Film About Killing?
A Short Film About Killing stars Artur Barciś, Zbigniew Zapasiewicz, Krystyna Janda, Olgierd Łukaszewicz and Mirosław Baka.
Who directed A Short Film About Killing?
A Short Film About Killing was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
When did A Short Film About Killing come out?
A Short Film About Killing was released on 1 January 1988.
How long is A Short Film About Killing?
A Short Film About Killing runs 84 minutes (1 h 24 min).

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