Feature Film Debut!
The Polish Film Institute has awarded a grant of 1,000,000 PLN to the short film My Secret Cyberlove, officially greenlighting the production of a full-length feature based on it. The original creative team remains on board: directed by B. Stankiewicz, screenplay by P. Hadyna, and music composed by P. Derska. The production is handled by East Studio Sp. z o.o. (Broadpeak).
More details coming soon!
New International Project Featuring My Music!
Today, voice recording sessions took place for the three main characters of an exciting new project I’ll have the opportunity to compose music for – the animated film Safe Space by Czech director Adriana Bendžalová. The film tells a heartfelt story of friendship beyond boundaries and the moments when friends become your lifeline. Work on the soundtrack is set for spring, with the premiere scheduled for August 19.
Karesansui Wins Award at Cyprus Film Fashion Festival Youth!
A debut fashion campaign soundtrack—and an instant success! The video for Sophie Safinowska’s Karesansui collection has won the top prize in the Best Model Presence category at the Cyprus Film Fashion Festival Youth. Kudos to the creators for their outstanding concept—here’s to more success in the future!
47 out of 1,340 films – and My Secret Cyberlove is among them!
Another festival selection for the short film My Secret Cyberlove – this time at the international ZOOM Zbliżenia Film Festival, set to take place in early March in Jelenia Góra. Screening dates will be announced soon in the calendar section!
Video campaign of the Karesansui fashion collection by Sophie Safinowska with festival qualification
This time my music will be heard in Cyprus, during the Cyprus Fashion Film Festival Youth – on 1.02.2025! The whole undertaking was an extremely fresh artistic experience – the designer was inspired by Japanese meditation gardens, hence the Eastern accents in the sound layer. Short reels with a sound sample – soon on Instagram!
My Secret Cyberlove Wins Big at Zubroffka Festival!
The short film My Secret Cyberlove has been crowned the winner of its category, taking home the top prize in the “Midnight Shorts” section at the prestigious Zubroffka Festival in Bialystok.
Teaser for The Dam Released!
The trailer for the movie The Dam, directed by G. Pierangeli and starring M. Poplawska and G. Damiecki, is now available. Don’t miss the first glimpse of this exciting production.
Alma Gemela – A New Tango by Quinteto Sureño Now Available Online!
The newly composed tango Alma Gemela, created exclusively for the ensemble Quinteto Sureño, is now available for streaming. I’m more than happy to share this new fragment of my musical soul with you.My Secret Cyberlove Scores Another Festival Qualification!
The acclaimed short film My Secret Cyberlove has earned its next festival spot and will be featured at the International Short Film Festival Zubroffka in Białystok, taking place from December 4–8, 2024. See you there!The Dam Secures Prestigious Festival Spot!
Directed by G. Pierangeli, the film The Dam has achieved a significant milestone with its Polish premiere set to take place at the renowned EnergaCAMERIMAGE International Film Festival in Torun from November 16–23, 2024.My Secret Cyberlove Wins Audience Award at International Fantastic Film Festival!
The short film My Secret Cyberlove has returned triumphant from the International Fantastic Film Festival, where it was honored with the coveted Audience Award. Congratulations to the team!Quinteto Sureño to Perform at the Lower Silesian Science Festival!
The ensemble Quinteto Sureño has been invited to perform at the prestigious Lower Silesian Science Festival. We will have the honor of playing a concert dedicated entirely to tango in the legendary Oratorium Marianum in Wroclaw. The upcoming concert will be enhanced by the premiere of my latest composition – the tango Alma gemela.
My Secret Cyberlove Continues Its Journey Through Poland’s Top Film Festivals!
The short film My Secret Cyberlove has been officially selected for the International Warsaw Film Festival, taking place from October 11–20, 2024. Another major achievement for the team behind the production!Behind-the-Scenes Video from The Dam Recording Session Now on YouTube!
A new behind-the-scenes video from the January recording session for the film The Dam has been released on YouTube. The footage features musicians from the Academy of Music in Łódź performing under my baton. Check it out now!Another Festival Qualification for My Secret Cyberlove!
The short film My Secret Cyberlove has been selected for the competition section of the International Spektrum Film Festival in Swidnica, taking place from October 22–27, 2024. The film’s festival journey continues!My Secret Cyberlove Wins Award at Octopus Film Festival!
My Secret Cyberlove has received an honorable mention in the International Short Film Competition at the Octopus Film Festival in Gdansk, taking place from August 6–11, 2024. A well-deserved recognition for the film!My Secret Cyberlove Selected for the Gdynia Film Festival!
My Secret Cyberlove has earned a prestigious qualification for Poland’s most important film festival! The film will be screened six times at the Gdynia Film Festival, taking place from September 23–28, 2024. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to see the film on the big screen!New Live Version of Adiós by Quinteto Sureño Now Available!
The new live version of the tango Adiós, performed by the Quinteto Sureño ensemble under my direction, is now available. Enjoy this captivating rendition of the classic tango!My Secret Cyberlove Wins Journalists’ Award at the 43rd Koszalin International Film Debut Festival!
My Secret Cyberlove has been honored with the Journalists’ Award at the 43rd Koszalin International Film Debut Festival Młodzi i Film, held from June 10–15, 2024. A well-deserved recognition for this remarkable debut!
In-Depth Interview with Composer Published on TheMovieScores.com!
The portal TheMovieScores.com has just published an extensive interview highlighting my achievements as a composer. The interview, conducted in Spanish, provides a comprehensive overview of my career so far. Check it out now!Soundtrack from The Secret Garden now available!
Listen now on YouTube.