Another Day of Life
Another Day of Life

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Another Day of Life

2018
Movie
86 min
English

In 1975, Ryszard Kapuściński, a veteran Polish journalist, embarked on a seemingly suicidal road trip into the heart of the Angola's civil war. There, he witnessed once again the dirty reality of war and discovered a sense of helplessness previously unknown to him. Angola changed him forever: it was a reporter who left Poland, but it was a writer who returned…

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users89%
Director: Raul De La Fuente, Damian NenowGenres: Animation, Documentary, War, Biography

Plot Summary

Animated documentary depicting the experiences of Polish war correspondent Ryszard Kapuściński during the Angolan Civil War in 1975. The film blends his personal accounts with the raw realities of conflict, exploring themes of war, memory, and the human cost of political upheaval. It offers a profound look at the chaos and tragedy that unfolded during Angola's fight for independence.

Critical Reception

Another Day of Life was met with critical acclaim, lauded for its innovative animation style, powerful storytelling, and unflinching portrayal of war. Critics praised its ability to convey the emotional weight of Kapuściński's experiences and the historical significance of the Angolan conflict. The film was recognized for its unique approach to documentary filmmaking, blending personal testimony with artistic interpretation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking and unique animated visual style.

  • Commended for its potent and emotional storytelling about the horrors of war.

  • Applauded for its insightful examination of journalism and the subjective nature of truth.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's powerful message and innovative animation, finding it to be a moving and thought-provoking experience that effectively conveyed the brutality of war and the complexities of journalism.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the European Film Awards; won the Golden Mikeldi at the Zinebi festival.

Fun Fact

The film is based on Ryszard Kapuściński's 1976 book of the same name, and it took over five years to produce, utilizing a combination of 2D and 3D animation techniques.

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