
Genres: Fantasy
Languages: Polish
Year: 1973
Vote: 7.6
Festival & Award: Cannes - Jury Prize
The Hourglass Sanatorium
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Overview
Josef visits a dilapidated Sanatorium to see his father. Josef undertakes a strange journey through the many rooms of the sanatorium, each which conjures worlds composed of his memories, dreams and nightmares.
Indie vibes check
Though stylistically unique, the film had backing from the state-run Polish film industry, which makes it closer to mainstream cinema.