Monika Kotecka

Poland

Monika Kotecka

director of photography, director

Hidden

Dominated by black-and-white archives, the film uses contemporary imagery to connect past and present, revealing how fear embeds itself in bodies, emotions and everyday life across different generations of women.

Symbolic visuals—pulsating veins, cracked earth, and storms—evoke a visceral emotional landscape. Female protagonist who narrates the story, embodies many women’s voices, transitioning from calm reflection to fragmented silence as she confronts her own fears. The journey ends with soothing: naming and understanding her anxiety brings strength and compassion, offering a timeless story of resilience.