Olga Chajdas

Innovative and provocative, Olga Chajdas is a Polish film director who has made significant strides in the realm of contemporary cinema. Born in 1983 in Poznan, Poland, she has been active in the film industry since the early 2000s, primarily focusing on drama and LGBTQ+ themes, as exemplified in her critically acclaimed film “Nina” which won the Big Screen Competition at the Rotterdam International Film Festival. Her distinctive style often explores complex, underrepresented characters and challenges societal norms, providing a fresh and unapologetic perspective on the Polish cinema. Chajdas, with her fearless storytelling and dedication to inclusivity, is undeniably a force to be reckoned with in the global film industry.