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Andrzej and Krystyna are a married couple driving to the marina to spend a Sunday sailing. On their way, a hitchhiking student causes them to veer off the road. Andrzej confronts the lad, who only wants a ride. They give him a lift and invite him onboard. Soon a more sinister tone starts to creep in and the youth is carrying a large switchblade. Andrzej torments the young man, he even tosses the boy's beloved knife overboard. After a confrontation, the youth accidentally falls overboard and disappears. Krystyna reacts badly, claiming her husband is a killer. She goes off looking for the boy, but cannot find him while Andrzej swims to shore for help. But the young man may not be dead…. Bonus Features Include: A Ticket to the West Featurette Polanski interviewed on the Russell Harty Show, Stills Gallery, Trailer New Polanski translated subtitles
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is Roman Polanksi's first feature length film. If you are interested in his films, I suggest you start here as this is the one that made his name.
The film is basically about the tension which builds between a mismatched couple and a young hitchhiker on a sailing trip.
It is interesting that this film managed to escape Communist censors and show a very modern, forward looking Poland.
It is a beautiful film, to watch, not a shot is wasted and the landscape looks magnificent. The actress Jolanta Umecka, is an absolute natural beauty, though I note that this is the only film she has starred in.
Not much happens in the film, admittedly, but it has an underlying tension which keeps you interested. Very Good.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
It is hard to imagine a more rounded, tense and beautifully shot directorial debut than this Polanski Classic. His genious is clear. The story ambiguous, gripping and at times painful. This psychological thriller subtely imbues a true sense of fear and unknown. A must for anyone who is interested in human interaction.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Superb atmospheric film. Grown up ideas, emotions examined without sensationalism. Beautifully shot in black and white in a bleak black and white landscape. There is so little dialogue that the fact it is in Polish with subtitles detracts not one iota from its power. The camera does all the speaking. Polanski's best film?
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Nascent Polanski
From a film student's point of view, admire the brilliant use of the sailboat set. Roman Polanski exploits every nook, cranny and prop to reveal the character. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2008 by William Cohen
It stands out compared to other Polish films
Knife in the Water (Noz w Wode) is Roman Polanski's first feature film. It stands out compared to other Polish films of the time because it has a contemporary story. Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2007 by Richard J. Brzostek
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The three protagonists are excellent - they maintain a strong sense of frustration and sexual tension throughout and the childish one-upmanship between Andrjez and the unnamed... Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2001
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