Corpus Christi, directed by Jan Komasa, follows the story of Daniel, a young ex-convict who pretends to be a priest in a small Polish village, claiming to be sent by the Church. Although he has no theological training, Daniel assumes this identity, driven by a deep spiritual calling he discovered in prison. The film explores not only the social tensions in a rural community marked by collective tragedy but also the protagonist's internal struggle between who he is and who he wants to become. Combining social realism with a deeply symbolic narrative, the director shapes a complex character that challenges both the institution of the Church and society's perceptions of forgiveness and redemption.

*** This event is part of POLAND-ROMANIA Cultural Season 2024-2025 /

The POLAND-ROMANIA Cultural Season 2024-2025 is organised by the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage and the Adam Mickiewicz Institute, with the support of the Polish Institute in Bucharest, the Romanian Ministry of Culture and the Romanian Cultural Institute.