Against Gravity is a renowned brand based in Warsaw that specializes in both fictional and documentary films. With a unique approach, they navigate through challenges and embrace opportunities. They have successfully introduced talented artists such as Giorgos Lanthimos, Ruben Östlund, Felix Van Groeningen, and Siergiej Łoźnica to Polish cinemas.

Esteemed masters of the cinema world like Andriej Zwiagincew, Paolo Virzì, and Ulrich Seidl have also placed their trust in this brand. Against Gravity was honored by the Polish Institute of Film Art in 2014 for being the best distributor of foreign films in Poland, with award-wining films like Zwiagincew's Leviathan and Seidl's Paradise: Love. They provide a wide variety of films that have become cult classics, including Waltz with Bashir and The Belly of the Whale.

Against Gravity's debut as a distributor of Polish fiction film, Jagoda Szelc's Tower. A Bright Day., resonated with audiences and gained recognition in art-house cinemas. Their mission is to make films available to as many viewers as possible, leaving a lasting impression.

Against Gravity was founded in 2004 and their first film festival, Millennium Docs Against Gravity, quickly grew to become one of the largest and most important events of its kind worldwide. The festival was awarded the prestigious PISF prize for being the most important international film event in Poland. They were also recognized by Gazeta Wyborcza as the most intriguing cultural event of the capital in 2008.

The festival continues to be recognized and received another PISF nomination in 2013. For more information about the festival, visit www. mdag.

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