19. południk

The story unfolds in Poland at the beginning of the 21st century, focusing on the aftermath of a referendum where Poles chose not to join the EU. This backdrop sets the stage for the election of Bartlomiej Czop, a demagogue lacking education and refinement, as he assumes the presidency.

Czop's presidency begins with dramatic actions, including the forceful removal of ex-president Kazimierz Czechmeszynski from the Belvedere Palace. His rude behavior extends to interactions with foreign ambassadors, highlighting his controversial approach to governance. The film also tackles dark themes of crime and punishment, as Czop implements a brutal crime-fighting strategy that leads to the deaths of convicted criminals in a staged military accident.