Demon

A British groom named Piotr, on the eve of his wedding in his Polish fiancée's ancestral village, unearths a dark secret and a demonic presence in the house. While trying to appease the spirits and fulfill his soon-to-be father-in-law's wishes, he becomes increasingly possessed by a dybbuk, a malicious spirit from Jewish folklore. The film blends traditional horror elements with cultural themes and the unsettling reality of a crumbling estate.

Demon received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique blend of folk horror, dark humor, and unsettling atmosphere. The film was lauded for its ambitious storytelling and Marcin Wrona's directorial vision, though some found its pacing uneven. It is considered a notable entry in contemporary Polish horror cinema.

• Praised for its unique atmosphere and effective blend of horror and dark comedy.
• Wrona's direction was noted for its unsettling tension and cultural depth.
• Some found the plot occasionally convoluted but appreciated its originality.

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Won the Silver Pegasus award at the Polish Film Festival.

The film was the last directed by Marcin Wrona, who tragically passed away shortly after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2015, though it was released posthumously in Poland in 2017.