One dancer’s search for how dance connects people, places, and cultures around the world. This epic journey digs deep, with genuine curiosity and a passion for discovery.

2020  I  Documentary I  48min  I  The World Dance Centre

Directed by: Andrea Novoa

Produced by: Andrea Novoa, Piotr Skowronski

An unobtrusive and intimate glimpse of emotions, while breaking down the barrier between viewer and subject.  It was an effort to witness pure reaction without a subject matter and connect entirely by the evolutionary ability to recognize, relate and interpret expressions on a human face.  This form of nonverbal communication, with its dynamic range is both universal and deeply individual and is at the core of this project, Facade.  

2017  I  Experimental  I  20min  I  Independent / Ontario Arts Council

Directed by: Piotr Skowronski

Produced by: Piotr Skowronski

Kiedy Wracam Myślami captures intimate conversations with Winicjusz Gurecki reflecting on family and immigration along with social responsinity and political activism.  Recalling the actions during Solidarność - the self governing trade union founded in 1980 at the Lenin Shipyard in Gdańsk, Poland, Winicjusz reflects on the turbulent times that like for so many, would ultimately uproot him and his family and force them to start a new life abroad.  Featuring poetry readings from Smuji Cienia and Moje ulice.

2015  I  Documentary  I  72min  I  Imaginarium Studio

Directed by: Piotr Skowronski

Produced by: Milosz Skowronski, Piotr Skowronski

Cast: Winicjusz Gurecki

In a struggle to define poverty, the candid testimonials expose the complexity of this misunderstood issue and vulnerability of financial and emotional stability in the modern world.  As representative voices of an unheard population, the individuals of Poverty Line reveal theior personal histories, joys, and regrets, providing a glimpse into the face of poverty in Thunder Bay.

2005  I  Documentary I  33min  I  Thunder Bay Economic Justice Committee

Directed by: Piotr Skowronski

Produced by: Melanie Mackenzie, Dennis Austin, Piotr Skowronski