Włodek's father-in-law lives in the small apartment with Włodek and the rest of the family. The synopsis singles out his obsession with flies as a feature of the crowded, oppressive household that weighs on Włodek. He is part of the domestic setting rather than a figure described as directly involved in Włodek's relationship with Irena.
Józef Pieracki has 78 screen credits in a career dating back to 1953. Signature works include The Friend, Latarnik, Hunting Flies. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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