- Film: Kamila Tarabura (e.g., “Rzeczy niezbędne,” “Absolutni debiutanci”) was lauded for a mature portrayal of trauma recovery and compelling female characters.
- Scena (stage): Wojciech Grudziński, dancer and choreographer, won for combining virtuosity with an insightful personal narrative.
- Literature: Jul Łyskawa received the prize for his debut, “Prawdziwa historia Jeffreya Watersa i jego ojców,” praised as the year’s most surprising literary work.
- Visual arts: Monika Drożyńska was honored for artistic-activist projects that connect people and infuse everyday life with creativity.
- Digital culture: The grassroots pro-Ukraine group NAFO (North Atlantic Fella Organization) was recognized for combatting Russian propaganda and uniting over 200,000 supporters worldwide.
- Classical music: Soprano Gabriela Legun impressed judges with her powerful interpretations in “Carmen” and “La Bohème.”
- Popular music: Kuba Więcek, a jazz saxophonist and composer, was singled out for boldly expanding musical genres from jazz to hip-hop.
Koterski named ‘culture creator’
Director Marek Koterski was given the special “Culture Creator” accolade for his sharp, darkly comic filmography—particularly the cult figure Adaś Miauczyński.
Readers’ choice
Actress Sandra Drzymalska (noted for “Biała Odwaga,” “Simona Kossak”) won the newly established Readers’ Choice Award, hailed for an on-screen presence that “radiates sincerity and sensitivity.”
Established in 1993, the “Polityka” Passports celebrate rising Polish talent across film, literature, stage, visual arts, classical music, popular music, and digital culture. Past winners include Paweł Maślona, Hania Rani, and Starward Industries.
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Source: PAP