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Polish cinematographer Michał Dymek gains Oscar momentum

02.03.2025 15:30
Rising cinematographer Michał Dymek, 34, has emerged as a leading figure in Polish and international filmmaking, with two recent projects—A Real Pain and Girl with a Needle—both in contention for Academy Awards this year.
Michał Dymek, pictured here at the Oscars in 2023.
Michał Dymek, pictured here at the Oscars in 2023.sb / Avalon

Hailed for crafting “a feminist fairy tale realized to perfection” and “breathtaking visuals,” Dymek is no stranger to accolades. He has received a Polish Eagle (Orzeł), the Golden Frog, and two prizes at the Gdynia Film Festival.

His past credits include critically acclaimed dramas Supernova, Słodki koniec dnia (Dolce Fine Giornata), Sweat, and the Oscar‑nominated IO.

A graduate of the Łódź Film School, Dymek has recently worked in Greece on an upcoming short by Oscar winner Charlie Kaufman, and has completed a Polish‑British thriller titled Good Boy with director Jan Komasa, starring Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough.

Dymek said he is excited by the surge in high‑profile opportunities. “It’s a dream come true for me—to work on projects that bring satisfaction, joy, and sometimes even awards,” he told Polish Radio.

With plans for a new film in both Poland and Germany in 2025, he anticipates a busy schedule as international demand for his eye‑catching style continues to grow.

(jh)

Source: PAP, Onet