Postcard from a Journey (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1984, Postcard from a Journey is a drama, war and history film directed by Waldemar Dziki, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. A story of a middle-aged Jew methodically preparing himself to be shipped off to a concentration camp. The main character, Jacob Rosenberg, is a former industrial counselor, who is forced to work as a street cleaner. He knows what the fate is holding for him in the future, nevertheless he takes it with and implacable calmness.

Who’s in it. Postcard from a Journey stars Władysław Kowalski as Jakub Rosenberg, Rafał Wieczyński as Dawid Grossman, Maja Komorowska as pani Grossmanowa, matka Dawida and Halina Mikołaska as babcia Grossmanowa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Postcard from a Journey has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Postcard from a Journey page.

If you liked it. Fans of Postcard from a Journey tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Postcard from a Journey (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Postcard from a Journey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Postcard from a Journey worth watching?
Postcard from a Journey holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Postcard from a Journey?
Postcard from a Journey stars Władysław Kowalski, Rafał Wieczyński, Maja Komorowska, Halina Mikołaska and Janusz Michałowski.
When was Postcard from a Journey released?
Postcard from a Journey was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.