Wiesław Drzewicz, an actor known for his work in the 1980s, appears in The War of the Worlds: Next Century (1981) as part of a satirical twist on H.G. Wells' classic narrative. This film reimagines the alien invasion story with a distinctly Polish perspective, blending science fiction with social commentary. Drzewicz's performance contributes to the film's exploration of themes relevant to its time, making it a noteworthy entry in the realm of cult cinema.
The War of the Worlds: Next Century
Film opens on December 28, 1999, three days before the dawn of the new century. A local reporter, Iron Idem, announces that the Martians have landed. Shortly after that his program loses its independence: he is given the script telling the crowds how to welcome the invaders. Then the chaos breaks out: the Martians and police mistreat the populace; things become violent. Idem’s own wife is kidnapped and it seems somebody is trying to reduce his effectiveness as a reporter. Idem decides to fight back: he illegally broadcasts a message during the rock concert, but nobody believes him anymore.
