"Traces of the Past" is a heartfelt and touching story of Ruth, a music journalist from New York, who travels to Poland with her father Edek, a survivor of the Holocaust, to investigate their family's past. Ruth is determined to unravel the secrets of her family's history and better understand her parents' traumas. However, Edek, whose zest for life never diminishes, insists on leaving the past behind and disrupts Ruth's plans, leading to a series of comedic situations. On this poignant journey, the duo brings old family secrets to light and develops love and deep understanding throughout their challenging relationship. The film forces the viewer to think about family, past, and personal identity while following Ruth and Edek on their emotional journey.
The film was shot in cities filled with the historical and cultural richness of Poland.
