Olga Chajdas

About

Olga Chajdas is a Polish filmmaker born on February 5, 1983, in Poznań, Poland. A graduate of the Łódź Film School and the Andrzej Wajda School of Film Directing, she started as an assistant director on films like 'In Darkness' before debuting with 'Nina,' a bold exploration of love and identity. Known for her work on Polish television series and theater, Chajdas brings emotional depth and provocative themes to her storytelling, often focusing on complex human relationships.

Years Active: 2008-Present

Signature Style: Emotionally intense dramas with provocative themes

Awards & Recognition

• 2018 - Rotterdam IFF - Big Screen Award (Nina)
• 2018 - Gdynia Film Festival - Golden Claw (Other Perspective) (Nina)
• 2018 - Camerimage - Best Polish Film (Nina)
• 2020 - Polish Film Award: Eagle - Best TV Series (Wataha (Season 3))