“I think the film can influence the undecided electorate, but rather at the expense of the Civic Platform, because those who do not know who to vote for have a more balanced interpretation of the facts, and not so one-sided,” said Prof. in an interview with wPolityce.pl. Henryk Domański, sociologist.
Prof. Henryk Domański wondered why Agnieszka Holland directed the film “Green Border”. The sociologist also wondered if the main motive behind her actions was to gain cheap applause on a topic that almost everyone is currently interested in.
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I wonder why this film was made and what Ms. Agnieszka Holland meant. Was it about being original? However, in the artistic environment this is an important advantage. Ms. Holland has a number of artistic achievements and it is difficult to be original at some point. Making films that we know will attract a large audience and get some applause, especially in other countries, and show Poland in a certain light – this was the main motive
– said Prof. Domański.
On the other hand, the negation of this hypothesis is that it presents phenomena that did not occur, that is, they are inconsistent with the facts and untrue. As if she had a certain goal with this film to paint an image of Polish society that differs from Western models in terms of the degree of openness, tolerance, democracy and everything associated with positive qualities. That is to say: putting Poland in a bad light
– added.
Dutch intentions
Prof. Domański speculated why Agnieszka Holland decided to present her film at this specific time before the elections and the way she decided to do it.
There is also doubt that it is not known why she did it. You could say that she was paid for it, which would be a naive interpretation, or that she does not identify with the Polish state and society, which is the most unfavorable for her. These kinds of intersecting reflections come to mind here
– he assessed.
Who will benefit from it?
The film seems to mark the political divide in Poland. Therefore, a fundamental question arises: who will it harm more and who will it help in the context of the elections on October 15?
In my opinion, voters of both parties – I am thinking of course of PiS and PO – because PO is the main inspiration of Mrs Agnieszka Holland’s actions, these voters have become so entrenched that no film will harm or help them. At most, “Green Border” will further consolidate existing beliefs, as Platform supporters will defend Ms. Holland’s film by saying it is an artistic work and a work of art – and some will even argue that the Polish government deserves this. criticism
– emphasized Prof. Henryk Domański.
I think the film can influence the undecided electorate, but rather at the expense of Civic Platform, because those who don’t know who to vote for have a more balanced interpretation of the facts, and not so one-sided. ‘The Green Border’ portrays Poland or the Border Guard in a one-sided and bad light, but does not show people trying to break the border barriers and attacking our officers. This should rather prevail in favor of about one and a half percent for the ruling camp.
– he added.
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Source: wPolityce