About the events
We ended the spring season with the aesthetics of the Western and stories of the Wild West. Autumn and early winter, on the other hand, will belong to another genre that has a canonical place in film history – horror.
Horror cinema, as a category in its own right, is almost as old as the art of filmmaking itself. Here we might mention such masterpieces of German Expressionism as “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari” and “Nosferatu – A Symphony of Horror”, as well as legendary adaptations of classic novels, foremost among them Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” and Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”. Throughout the more than 130-year history of cinema, so-called “tales of terror” have always enjoyed great popularity with audiences.
Over the years, horror has evolved beyond providing entertainment and adrenaline, moving also towards ambitious, artistic and socially engaged cinema. Contemporary filmmakers often use the genre to tell stories about the fears and problems facing our world today. The phenomenon itself has also given rise to numerous subgenres and movements (psychological horror, slasher, animal attack, gore, pastiche, survival, body horror, etc.).
As always, our series will feature a diverse selection. There will be no shortage of classics, as well as new releases from a variety of national cinemas around the world.
November 2026 programme
4 November (Wednesday), 19:00 | ‘Scream’, dir. Wes Craven, 106 min, USA 1996
11 November (Wednesday), 19:00 | ‘The Girl with the Needle’, dir. Magnus von Horn, 123 min, Belgium, Denmark, France, Poland, Sweden 2024
18 November (Wednesday), 19:00 | ‘Longlegs’, dir. Osgood Perkins, 101 min, Canada, USA 2024
25 November (Wednesday), 19:00 | ‘The Omen’, dir. Richard Donner, 106 min, USA, United Kingdom 1976
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Details
When: 4, 11, 18, 25 November (Wednesdays), 19.00
Where: Workshops of Culture in Lublin, Grodzka 5a, auditorium, 2nd floor
Admission free
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‘Scream’, dir. Wes Craven, 106 min, USA 1996
A celebrated film from the catalogue of horror maestro Wes Craven, which gave rise to one of the most popular series in the history of the genre. Before making ‘Scream’, Craven had already directed films such as ‘The Last House on the Left’, ‘The Hills Have Eyes’, and, most notably, he was behind the global success of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’. The character he created – Freddy Krueger, who haunts his victims in their dreams – became a pop culture phenomenon, and the series itself has spawned a number of sequels and spin-offs.
After years of experience with horror as a genre, the director once again amazed the world by introducing a new format to cinemas. The brilliant combination of fear, humour, adrenaline, distinctive characters, and, above all, the play with convention and meta-commentary on the art of filmmaking itself, made ‘Scream’ an instant cult film for an entire generation. The franchise has continued successfully to this day (we currently have 7 films, with more planned).
In his work, Craven also brought to life another iconic villain, Ghostface, and the famous mask from the series is now one of the most recognisable film attributes in the world.
‘The Girl with the Needle’, dir. Magnus von Horn, 123 min, Belgium, Denmark, France, Poland, Sweden 2024
Recognised with nominations for Oscars and Golden Globes, among others, Magnus von Horn’s disturbing, hypnotic film is undoubtedly one of the most interesting films in contemporary European cinema.
The main character of this story, which takes place just after the First World War, is Karoline, a young worker at one of the factories in Copenhagen. A girl’s life is not the easiest, and it becomes even more complicated when she becomes pregnant. Abandoned by the father of her child and left without any means of support, she unexpectedly receives help from the mysterious Dagmar. The women establish a rapport, and for a moment it seems that Karoline has a chance for a better tomorrow. However, it quickly becomes apparent that in this harsh world, everything has its price, and Dagmar is hiding a dark, terrifying secret.
In addition to the story itself, the film’s strengths also include the excellent cinematography by Michał Dymek.
‘Longlegs’, dir. Osgood Perkins, 101 min, Canada, USA 2024
A contemporary American horror film directed by Osgood Perkins – currently regarded as one of the most original filmmakers in the genre.
‘Longlegs’ is a terrifying story about a young FBI agent (played by Maika Monroe) trying to solve a series of murders. As the investigation progresses, further evidence comes to light, including occult and satanic elements that are clearly linked to the entire case. The protagonist must also confront the demons of her own past, especially as the plot unfolds and the murders begin to intertwine disturbingly with her personal history.
‘Longlegs’ is a film that can captivate the viewer with its atmosphere and ominous aura alone. The set of measures and techniques used by Perkins fits perfectly with the whole story. Another strong element is the role of Nicolas Cage, which comes as a surprise to many and has the potential to leave a lasting mark on recent horror cinema history.
‘The Omen’, dir. Richard Donner, 106 min, USA, United Kingdom 1976
A classic of the genre, widely regarded as one of the most important horror films in history. Director Richard Donner (‘Goonies’, ‘Lethal Weapon’ series) masterfully builds tension, revealing the next chapters of this dark story. The cast is led by Gregory Peck, David Warner, Lee Remick and Harvey Stephens, making his screen debut.
The starting point is the adoption made by the American diplomat Robert Thorn. He and his wife are mourning the loss of their own child. After being persuaded by a priest, they take in a young orphan boy. At first, everything goes well, but over time it becomes apparent that Damien is not a typical, normal child. A series of increasingly terrifying events will force the protagonist to fight for himself and his loved ones.
The success of the first film kick-started an entire series that remains highly popular to this day. The whole is rounded off by the phenomenal, Oscar-winning soundtrack by Jerry Goldsmith, featuring the memorable piece ‘Ave Satani’.