The third instalment of the “F*ck Mickiewicz” series, directed by Sara Bustamante-Drozdek, enjoyed a spectacular opening weekend – the best of the year so far. The film, which went into general release last Friday, has already attracted over 330,000 cinema-goers.
The best result in the history of the series
The result achieved by *F*ck Mickiewicz 3* is not only the best opening in the history of the entire series, but also the best opening this year. The 330,000 viewers are proof that the public has been waiting for the return of their favourite characters. This success confirms that authentic stories about young people, told in a modern and bold way, consistently draw crowds to the screens.
A viral sensation that took the internet and cinemas by storm
Alongside its box-office success, the film has taken the digital world by storm. The official *F*ck Mickiewicz* account on TikTok has surpassed 5 million likes, and hashtags related to the film are generating tens of millions of views. It is precisely this huge community engagement and organic online buzz that have fuelled record-breaking attendance, making *Fuck Mickiewicz 3* the most significant pop-cultural phenomenon of recent weeks.
The creators’ perspective
Tadeusz Lampka, the film’s producer (MTL Maxfilm), highlights the film’s box office success:
“I’m absolutely delighted that young viewers have responded so enthusiastically to the series *F*ck Mickiewicz*. Their positive reactions mean a great deal to me, because I know how challenging it is to win over young people with a Polish production. I am also gratified by the fact that viewers – not just the younger ones, but also their parents and teachers – identify with the characters and their problems. I would like to thank the creators and actors behind this now cult phenomenon for earning the recognition of such a wide audience.”
You can watch the film *F*ck Mickiewicz 3* in cinemas across Poland!
