Marsz, marsz

A Polish documentary that explores the early history of Pride marches in Poznań and the struggle for LGBTQ+ equality in Poland. It focuses on the contrast between the city’s 2020s identity as a so-called “Rainbow Capital of Poland” and its much harsher past when marches were rare and fraught with conflict. The film reflects on a first Pride march marked by a small group of around 200 people attempting to advance under heavy police presence, unable to walk more than 100 meters and facing aggressive suppression.

Cast: Izabela Kowalczyk, Marcin Kęszycki, Błażej Warkocki, Mike Urbański, Sergiusz Wróblewski, Aleksandra Sołtysiak