Devilish Education (1995) Diabelska edukacja

Director: Janusz Majewski
Writer: Janusz Majewski
Stars: Renata Dancewicz, Marek Kondrat, Anna Dymna

"Devilish Education," or "Edukacja seksualna w Polsce" in its original title, is a 1995 Polish drama film directed by Janusz Majewski. The film is known for its sensual themes and provocative narrative, straying into the realm of the supernatural and the surreal.

Set in the early 20th century, the plot revolves around a young man, Gosia, who lives in a rural area and encounters a nude woman, Bronka, in the forest. This woman, who claims to be a muse, offers him a deal: she will teach him about art and sensuality in return for his soul. The resulting narrative is a exploration of sensuality, morality, temptation, and personal growth, with an overlay of supernatural elements.

"Devilish Education" uses its erotic and supernatural themes to delve into deeper discussions of morality, desire, and the human condition. Its daring exploration of sensuality and the taboo, set against a backdrop of rural Polish society, creates a memorable and evocative narrative.

The film is notable for its bold portrayal of sensuality and desire, coupled with its contemplative exploration of human morality and the power of art.

Even though it doesn't last a half-hour, this Polish/German short is still quite memorable. Beautiful Renata Dancewicz gives a wonderful performance as a young woman who clearly longs for more than the farm life, and Marek Kondrat is also great as the Devil. It would have been great to see this as a full-length feature, especially since it was such a relaxing film to watch, but this is still most definitely worth a look, even with the short running time.

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