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Discover the 32nd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival in Warsaw: Mountain Documentaries and Adventure Expeditions

The festival celebrated cinematic works exploring climbing, global journeys, and outdoor activities, featuring engaging talks and workshops.

The 32nd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival, hosted by the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw, presented a compelling program of documentary films. Attendees could explore diverse narratives focused on mountain climbing, international expeditions, and various adventure sports. The event featured enriching Q&A sessions with directors and protagonists, alongside practical workshops and insightful presentations, creating a dynamic experience for enthusiasts.

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Exhibition summary

The 32nd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival, held from October 24-26, 2025, showcased documentary films focused on mountains, expeditions, sports, and tourism. The event included film screenings, Q&A sessions with filmmakers and protagonists, workshops, and presentations.

Curatorial context

The 32nd edition of the Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival took place from October 24th to 26th, 2025, hosted by the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw. This annual festival dedicated to films about mountains, expeditions, sports, and tourism featured a competitive program of documentaries. Each day offered a curated selection of films, including international and Polish productions, followed by discussions with directors and film subjects. The festival also included workshops such as 'Moving on a glacier' and 'Forest meetings in practice' for children, alongside presentations on mountaineering and travel. The event highlighted cinematic works like 'Zuza – Far from the peaks,' 'The Last Mountain,' 'Subterranean,' and 'Guerreras,' with awards presented on Saturday evening. A dedicated stall offered travel books and magazines, with an interactive activity for children involving mineral identification. The festival aimed to connect cinema enthusiasts with adventure sports fans, creating a multi-faceted experience. The program was subject to change, with ticket packages available for each day.

Admission and ticket notes

Day tickets were available for purchase: Friday (October 24) for 20 PLN, Saturday (October 25) for 30 PLN, and Sunday (October 26) for 30 PLN. Children and youth up to 18 years old had free admission. Tickets could be purchased via evenea.pl.

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Museum of Sport and Tourism
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From Oct 24, 2025
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The festival's program included films by directors such as Maciej Sulima, Henna Taylor, Chris Terrill, François-Xavier de Ruydts, Pavol Barabas, Adam Nawrot, Wojtek Kozakiewicz, Timothée Callec, Alejandra Rubio, and Thomas Palmer. Notable guests and speakers included Zuza Witych, Marcin Wernik, Michał Kawecki, Miszka - Michał Chrobak, Maciej Pietrowicz, and jury members Marta Prus, Kamila Kielar, Franciszek Berbeka, and Keith Partridge.
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