Afterimage (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2016, Afterimage is a drama film directed by Andrzej Wajda, running about 98 minutes. “The Artist Who Opposed The Soviet Dictatorship” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1945, as Stalin sets his hands over Poland, famous painter Wladislaw Strzeminski refuses to compromise on his art with the doctrines of social realism. Persecuted, expelled from his chair at the University, he's eventually erased from the museums' walls. With the help of some of his students, he starts fighting against the Party and becomes the symbol of an artistic resistance against intellectual tyranny.
Who’s in it. Afterimage stars Bogusław Linda as Władysław Strzemiński, Aleksandra Justa as Katarzyna Kobro, Bronisława Zamachowska as Nika Strzeminski and Zofia Wichłacz as Hania, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Afterimage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Afterimage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Afterimage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Afterimage (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Afterimage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Afterimage worth watching?
- Afterimage holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Afterimage?
- Afterimage stars Bogusław Linda, Aleksandra Justa, Bronisława Zamachowska, Zofia Wichłacz and Krzysztof Pieczyński.
- When was Afterimage released?
- Afterimage was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.