The Polish film industry is in mourning following the sudden death of editor Piotr Kmiecik on february 5th at age 49. A co-founder of the Polish Society of Film Editors, Kmiecik’s work shaped some of Poland’s most popular films and television series over a prolific career. He was a two-time winner at the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia, recognized for his contributions to both “Kos” in 2023 and “Chrzest” in 2010.
The film industry is mourning the loss of Piotr Kmiecik, a celebrated editor whose work graced numerous popular films and television series. He passed away on February 5th at the age of 49.
The Polish Society of Film Editors, which he co-founded, announced Kmiecik’s death. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
Details regarding the date and location of the funeral will be announced at a later time.
In 2023, Kmiecik received an award for his editing work on “Kos” – a critically acclaimed film by Paweł Maślona, starring Jacek Braciak as Tadeusz Kościuszko – at the 48th Polish Film Festival in Gdynia. He previously earned the same honor 13 years prior for his work on Marcin Wrona’s “Chrzest.”
Kmiecik contributed to a wide range of popular films and television series. His extensive filmography includes titles such as “Brzydula,” “Lekarze,” “Wataha,” “Prokurator,” “Żmijowisko,” “Klangor,” and “Odwilż.” He also edited notable films like “Ikar. Legenda Mietka Kosza,” “Znachor,” and “Simona Kossak.”
