King-size available for all! Break the monopoly and come stay at the “Kingsajz" suite! Here you will discover the extraordinary world of cult Polish comedy film which offers an allegory of a communist regime. Embark on a sentimental journey in time and space. Travel straight to a by-gone era and explore the charms of PRL (The People’s Republic of Poland) in the company of little person Olo Jedlina!
Thanks to a magic potion you will visit a land abounding in freedom, comfort and large amounts of Polo Cockta (Polish Coca Cola-like drink). This spacious apartment will surprise you with its original design straight from the 70s of the twentieth century. High gloss furniture, soda water in the siphon, rotary dial telephone, photographs – we took care of the smallest details referring to the movie “Kingsajz''.
The suite consists of a sleeping area with 2 comfortable beds, green-and-white bathroom with a shower cabin and fully equipped kitchenette. Sit back comfortably in the colorful chairs straight out of PRL, watch your favorite movie on the 32-inch TV with LED technology and enjoy the free WiFi. You will have everything needed for a good rest.
Kingsajz is one of the most recognizable Polish productions of the 1980s and one of Juliusz Machulski's boldest projects. Following the success of "Vabank" and "Seksmisja," the director once again proved his ability to combine entertainment with intelligent satire. The story of the dwarves living in Szuflandia continues to entertain audiences to this day, but it also conceals many interesting production and symbolic details.
Although decades have passed since its premiere, the film Kingsajz is still a popular watch. Much of the dialogue has become part of everyday language, and the world depicted in the film has gained cult status.
To capture the perspective of the dwarves, the creators had to construct enormous everyday objects. They created large drawers, giant bottles, and oversized furniture. Some set pieces were up to twenty times larger than their standard counterparts.
The effect was impressive. The actors could move through a space that truly resembled the world seen through the eyes of the little characters. This avoided excessive use of optical tricks.
In a time before advanced computer graphics, the creators had to rely on clever technical solutions. Double exposure, precise camera angles, and specially designed sets were used.
It is this attention to detail that makes Kingsize a film a pleasure to watch to this day. The effects haven't aged as much as one might expect from a 1980s production.
Many viewers interpret Szuflandia as an allegory for the social reality of the period. Control, limitations, and rationed access to a "better world" are elements that can be interpreted symbolically.
Machulski is known for his intelligent humor. In Kingsize, he also injected commentary on the surrounding reality. However, he did so in a light and accessible way. This makes the film work both as a comedy and as a subplot.
The titular elixir allows the dwarves to achieve human size. The word "kingsize" itself denotes something larger. In the story, it signifies the ability to transcend the limitations imposed by the system.
This metaphor is clear but not overt. The viewer can perceive it, but is not forced to. This is one of the reasons why Kingsize has aged well.
The production featured Jacek Chmielnik, Jerzy Stuhr, Katarzyna Figura, and Jan Machulski, among others. Each actor brought a distinctive energy to the film. Olo's role is particularly memorable, and remains one of Chmielnik's most iconic characters to this day.
It's worth noting that Juliusz Machulski himself also appeared in Kingsajz in a cameo role. Such cameos have become a tradition for him.
This is particularly interesting news for a hotel in Łódź. Part of the filming took place in this city, including in the halls of the Feature Film Studio. Łódź has long been an important point on the map of Polish cinema, and this project also had a connection to it.
This allows Kingsajz to fit seamlessly into the city's cinematic history. It provides an interesting context for guests staying in a space inspired by cinema.
Attentive viewers will notice subtle references to the director's earlier films. The humor, dialogue delivery, and character development are reminiscent of "Vabank."
Machulski enjoyed building his own cinematic world. This stylistic consistency is also evident in Kingsize.
As with every production, there were minor continuity errors. In one scene, a detail of a character's wardrobe changes. This is a detail that most viewers miss.
Far more important, however, is the meticulous attention to detail in the set design and costumes. The dwarves' costumes were designed to emphasize their belonging to the closed world of Szuflandia.
Although the setting has changed, the humor remains relatable. The film is based on timeless situations. The dream of a better life, the desire to cross borders, and the need for freedom are timeless themes in every era.
The dialogue is short and to the point. Many of them have entered everyday language.
For some Kingsajz viewers, the film is also a sentimental journey. The set design, costumes, and narrative style capture the atmosphere of the late 1980s. It's a piece of Polish cinematic history.
The film won audience acclaim and became a symbol of Machulski's oeuvre. Today, it is often referred to as a cult film.
