Palimpsest (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2006, Palimpsest is a thriller film directed by Konrad Niewolski, running about 85 minutes. “A hypnotic mystery.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Marek, the main character of "Palimpsest," is a police inspector, a man on the verge of psychological disintegration trying to solve an intricate case. The story is told on two planes. The first one is a crime story, which constitutes the framework of the film. In the course of events, another theme appears - psychological experiences of the main character. Vivid blend of picture with sound and music will draw the audience into the deepest recesses of Marek's mind, making the viewers face questions: What is reality and what is only an illusion? Where is the borderline between the real world and our perception of it? What makes suffering meaningful and what is really important in one's life"?
Who’s in it. Palimpsest stars Andrzej Chyra as Marek Jeklewski, Magdalena Cielecka as Hanna, Robert Gonera as Tomek and Tomasz Sapryk as Maciek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Palimpsest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Palimpsest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Palimpsest tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Palimpsest (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Palimpsest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Palimpsest worth watching?
- Palimpsest holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Palimpsest?
- Palimpsest stars Andrzej Chyra, Magdalena Cielecka, Robert Gonera, Tomasz Sapryk and Henryk Talar.
- When was Palimpsest released?
- Palimpsest was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.