Camera Buff (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1979, Camera Buff is a comedy and drama film directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Filip buys an 8mm movie camera when his first child is born. Because it's the first camera in town, he's named official photographer by the local Party boss. His horizons widen when he is sent to regional film festivals with his first works but his focus on movie making also leads to domestic strife and philosophical dilemmas.
Who’s in it. Camera Buff stars Jerzy Stuhr as Filip Mosz, Malgorzata Zabkowska as Irka Mosz, Ewa Pokas as Anna Wlodarczyk and Stefan Czyzewski as Director, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Camera Buff has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Camera Buff page.
If you liked it. Fans of Camera Buff tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Camera Buff (1979)?
- In US, Camera Buff is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Camera Buff worth watching?
- Camera Buff holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Camera Buff?
- Camera Buff stars Jerzy Stuhr, Malgorzata Zabkowska, Ewa Pokas, Stefan Czyzewski and Jerzy Nowak.
- When was Camera Buff released?
- Camera Buff was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.