The Way It Is

About This Movie

The Way It Is is a fascinating slice-of-life documentary that feels so intimate, like you’re peering through the curtains of someone else's life. Paweł Łoziński's approach is raw, capturing the everyday struggles of his neighbors with a kind of warmth and honesty that feels genuine. Wiesio, with his charming drunkenness, and Mrs. Ania, who bears the weight of their relationship, create a poignant dynamic. Then there’s Mr. Zdzislaw, a retired barber whose nostalgia for his late wife is heart-wrenching. The pacing is contemplative; you spend time with these characters, allowing their stories to unfold naturally. It's heavy on themes of loneliness and mortality, but there's a humanity to it all that makes it distinctive. The mundane becomes profound, and you can’t help but reflect on the fragility of life.

Intimate portrayal of everyday lives · Focus on themes of loneliness and nostalgia · Unique character-driven storytelling