THE LIFT

"THE LIFT" is a story about opening up to love, but also about verifying your goals and dreams. The main character achieves the biggest goal and meets a person who causes confusion in otherwise orderly life, at the same time. The whole story is presented in quite unique circumstances in the characters' common space.

  • Michał Stępnik
    Director
  • Tomasz Sordyl
    Director
  • Michał Stępnik
    Writer
  • Tomasz Sordyl
    Writer
  • Agata Woźniak
    Producer
  • Weronika Skwaroń
    Key Cast
    "Sylwia"
  • Tomasz Sordyl
    Key Cast
    "Marcel"
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    WINDA
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    drama
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 7 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 10, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Poland
  • Country of Filming:
    Poland
  • Language:
    Polish
  • Shooting Format:
    16:9 digital (mov)
  • Aspect Ratio:
    24:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - AST Kraków / AMA Film Academy
Director Biography - Michał Stępnik, Tomasz Sordyl

Tomasz Sordyl - actor, director, traveler, former professional speed climber. Born in Wadowice. Finished Outdoor Project Management at the University School of Physical Education in Kraków, currently studying Acting at the AST National Academy of Theatre Arts in Kraków (Wrocław). Active artist since 2019. Renaissance man since 1995.

Michał Stępnik: writer, director, resident of the ground floor, who became curious about the fate of the elevator. Born in Zawiercie, at the age of 20 moved to Krakow, where two years later graduated from film school. Today, he treats film as a passion, releasing a few etudes every year.

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Director Statement

Tomasz Sordyl: I love to meet people and discover different worlds on Earth. "THE LIFT" was a valuable lesson. For me, the story is about opening yourself for love but also about verifying your goals and wishes. I wanted to be true and resonating. I feel everyone will see this story a bit different, but I hope you can find something that will touch you or provide a good entertainment.

Michał Stępnik: Routine space can offer more than we can think. "THE LIFT" is a project that verifies aspirations, but also allows you to freshen your own image.