Magdalena Barycz

Mimosa

The bodies of the lovers become one in the bosom of nature, near their country cottage. The moment is interrupted by the man and his thoughts – he has to go in order to earn money. They spend autumn and winter separately - she yearns alone, he works hard in a mine and a forge. In spring, when the woman runs towards the man in order to welcome him, she sees a dead man walking. She manages to recognize him only by the pendant that she gave him. In her embrace, the man regains his strength. Gold coins fall to the ground and merge with golden rod, the Polish mimosa. Stylistic paintings refer to oil painting and hold the subsequent phases of the figure's movement, which gives the impression of plane movement.

The Day

Created with many techniques, an animated reflection on the passing of time, youth and fame.

The Son

Lonely, old parents living on a small farm look forward to their son's visit. The man finally shows up one day, but he separates himself from his parents with a newspaper. Inadvertently, he drops a slice of bread. His father picks it up respectfully.

Enchanted Triangles

This film shows various forms of triangles.

Cages

An allegory of the hopeless relationship between a prisoner and his jailer, representing the dependence of mankind upon authoritarianism.

Wicker Basket

Allegorical animated short about the power of creation and destruction. An unknown man carries a wicker basket filled with elements resembling human figures. After their combination the small creatures are come to life. The creator tries to force them to listen. As a result of refusal, a conflict arises.

The Surprise

The doll builds a magnificent funfair from metal parts.

Three By Three

A kaleidoscope of folk art

Button

Prosaic material - threads and buttons - is used to present the game of positional systems, the motion of matter, the actions of antagonistic forces.

Basilisk Encounter

A story illustrating the legend of Bazyliszek who mischief among tenement houses in Warsaw's Old Town.

The Harlequin

Animated ballet etude presenting the conflict between dreams and reality.