„Kajtek the Wizard” by Magdalena Łazarkiewicz was awarded the Grand Prix at the 31st Kineko International Film Festival, which ended on November 5 in Tokyo.
Every child wants to have magical powers. But what if the dream comes true? Kaytek, a teenage boy with a rowdy nature, grows up with his dad and grandmother. One day, the class prankster discovers he has supernatural abilities. This unusual talent, combined with the boy’s unruly character, means a lot of trouble, not only for the school but also for the whole town. The boy’s magical powers take control of his life and from now on, he deals with the disliked teachers and the entire school community, gaining popularity and fame among his classmates. But things get complicated when the forces of good and evil start to compete for the boy gifted with magical abilities. Which side will the young wizard choose?
The Kineko Festival is one of the most important events dedicated to films for children and teenagers. This year’s edition took place from October 31 to November 5. This is another international festival whose program includes a film by Magdalena Łazarkiewicz. Previously, the film took part in, among others, in SCHLiNGEL International Film Festival for Children and Young Audience and Zurich Film Festival.
The producers of „Kajtek Czarodziej” are Sylwester Banaszkiewicz and Marcin Kurek (MediaBrigade). IKH Pictures Promotion handles the festival distribution of the film.