Nov. 23, 2022|Unknown|101 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Crime;Thriller
Description: Lesson Plan is an action-thriller film directed by Daniel Markowicz, featuring Piotr Witkowski in the lead role. The screenplay is crafted by Daniel Bernardi. This movie carries a nostalgic, retro vibe reminiscent of the 90s action films starring fighters like Van Damme and Lundgren.
The film begins with a cold opening, immediately plunging viewers into an intense action sequence where a character is killed, followed by a portrayal of grief. While the action momentarily grabs attention, the emotional elements feel disconnected and fail to resonate.
This sets the tone for the film’s central focus: showcasing well-choreographed fight scenes. Director Markowicz excels in delivering thrilling action, but the movie struggles to balance other aspects like drama, romance, and friendship.
At its core, Lesson Plan revolves around Damian, a former cop now posing as a history teacher. His true mission is to tackle the drug problem in a Polish school and clear the name of his late best friend, who was wrongly accused of drug distribution. In a memorable scene, Damian demonstrates his combat skills to his students, highlighting his expertise in fighting rather than teaching.
The film mirrors Damian’s character, excelling in action sequences but faltering when it ventures into other genres. While it delivers on adrenaline-pumping fights, it falls short in creating depth or emotional impact in its storytelling.
Cast director: Daniel Markowicz
Cast actor: Piotr Witkowski, Jan Wieczorkowski, Antonina Jarnuszkiewicz, Nicolas Przygoda, Daniel Namiotko, Rafał Zawierucha, Zuzanna Galewicz, Pascal Fischer, Marcin Bosak, Roma Gąsiorowska
Original name: Plan lekcji