Beautifully shot above the Polish countryside, Elephant tells the story of Bartek (Jan Hrynkiewicz) a 22-year-old man who runs a small horse farm.
When both his father and sister suddenly leave, sending his mother into an emotional breakdown, Bartek is forced to become the head of the household.
After the sudden death of a neighbor, he is introduced to the deceased’s estranged son, David (Pawel Tomaszewski), who has returned home for the funeral.
David’s independence and recklessness fascinate Bartek. The two soon begin to fall in love, but as they attempt to hide their romance, they end up navigating a homophobic rural environment, personal family obligations and the need to prioritize a future above all else.
Director and screenwriter Kamil Krawczycki paints an intimate and subtle portrait of a blossoming relationship in this award-winning romantic drama, following one young man torn between family obligations and his own freedom.
Watch the trailer for Elephant below. The film is now streaming on Dekkoo.
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