Hardkor Disko

A young man, Marcin, arrives in Warsaw with nothing but a backpack and a desperate need to find his estranged father. He quickly falls into the aggressive world of underground mixed martial arts fighting, using his raw talent to survive and earn money. As he navigates this brutal subculture, Marcin grapples with his past and his identity, searching for connection in a violent and unforgiving environment.

Hardkor Disko received critical acclaim for its visceral portrayal of urban decay and the raw intensity of its lead performance. It was praised for its unflinching depiction of a harsh reality and its striking visual style, though some found its narrative bleak. The film resonated with audiences for its authenticity and powerful exploration of a marginalized subculture.

• Praised for its raw, unflinching portrayal of violence and desperation.

• Marcin Kowalczyk's performance as the protagonist is lauded as a breakout.

• Visually striking and thematically potent, capturing a specific urban underbelly.

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Won the Europa Cinemas Label award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival (Directors' Fortnight).

The film's director, Krzysztof Skonieczny, also directed the acclaimed Polish television series 'Ślepnąc od świateł' (Blinded by the Lights), which shares a similar gritty urban aesthetic.