A military physician who, after a dispute with a Soviet officer, successfully impersonates a high-ranking UB official. He later exploits this false authority and post-war chaos to rescue political prisoners, including an AK fighter, from detention.
An enigmatic traveler who observes and sketches Małgorzata, later claiming to be her lover and educator. He aims to transform her into a 'lady' but his true intentions remain elusive, culminating in him telling her he never existed.
Middle-aged Polish teacher and literary critic, central figure of the collection, struggles with daily life and relationships.
Retired UOP Major and former intelligence agent. Sent undercover to Iraq to rescue his detained son, Paweł. Successfully extracts him and crosses into Turkey with allied agents. Awarded a medal by the CIA.
As a boy, Pawel is drawn into Dawid Weiser's secret games and joins him, Elka, Szymek, and Piotr near the tunnel. Years later, he returns to investigate Dawid's disappearance, reunites with Szymek, and questions people including Elka, but finds no reliable proof that resolves what happened.
Young relative of the murdered old Count. Returns to claim his inheritance, leading to a lawsuit against Judge Soplica. Initially seeks vengeance against the Soplicas and agrees to a duel with Tadeusz, but later joins Napoleon's army. Returns as a hero and reconciles with the Soplicas.
King of Poland, provides royal authority and political direction during crisis.
Friend of the deceased Antek Zyro. He meets with Urszula to explain the context of the nude photographs discovered in her husband's files.
Austro-Hungarian soldier and central deserter navigating war and escape.
The author of the source novella, appearing as a meta-narrative figure or observer within the film's framing.
An Austro-Hungarian soldier who takes a leading role in the rebellion and escape attempt against the brutal military authorities.
Roman Boryczko is a jobless young man from the countryside who arrives at Hotel Pacific with only a suitcase. Hired as a busboy, he becomes a bartender and then a senior waiter, enduring abuse from clients and staff. His relationships with Fryc and Hela, and his discovery of the embezzlement, shape his growing disillusionment.
Marek Kondrat has 85 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Adaś Miauczyński Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Colonel Kwiatkowski, Day of the Wacko, Weiser. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 7 universes
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