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The Issa Valley (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1982, The Issa Valley is a notable film directed by Tadeusz Konwicki, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. The film evokes a childhood in rural Lithuania between the wars. A country boy, Tomaszek, lives on a rich estate, situated on the Polish border. He realizes that the Issa Valley he lives in is to be torn apart by internal political conflicts and unrests among the mixed population of Poles, Lithuanians, Jews and Russians. He, however, is captivated by a paradise surrounding him, the forest, and his fantasies.

Who’s in it. The Issa Valley stars Anna Dymna as Magdalena, gospodyni księdza Peikswy, Maria Pakulnis as Barbarka, służąca Romualda, Danuta Szaflarska as Michalina Surkontowa, babcia Tomaszka and Ewa Wiśniewska as Helena Juchniewicz, ciotka Tomaszka, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Issa Valley 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 The Issa Valley page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Issa Valley (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Issa Valley change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Issa Valley worth watching?
The Issa Valley holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Issa Valley?
The Issa Valley stars Anna Dymna, Maria Pakulnis, Danuta Szaflarska, Ewa Wiśniewska and Edward Dziewoński.
When was The Issa Valley released?
The Issa Valley was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.