Award-winning documentary 'Closure' follows a father's desperate search for his missing son. Winner of the Golden Alexander at Thessaloniki.
- April 10, 2026
AceShowbiz - The documentary Closure, directed by Michal Marczak, has been awarded the prestigious Golden Alexander at the Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival in Greece. This award represents the highest honor in the festival's International Competition category.
Closure offers a compelling and emotional portrayal of a father's relentless search for his missing teenage son. The film centers on Daniel, whose son Chris vanished after being last seen on a bridge over the Vistula River in Warsaw. Surveillance footage from a rotating CCTV camera captured Chris standing on the bridge, but when the camera returned to the spot moments later, Chris had disappeared without a trace.
The film originally premiered in the World Cinema Documentary section at the Sundance Film Festival, garnering attention for its intimate and gripping narrative. At Thessaloniki, its powerful storytelling and cinematic approach earned it top recognition among international documentary entries.
The Golden Alexander award highlights the festival's commitment to showcasing impactful documentaries that explore human stories with depth and sensitivity. Michal Marczak's work in Closure stands out as a profound example of documentary filmmaking that captures real-life tragedy and the search for answers. The jury praised the film's unique perspective and its ability to engage audiences on a deeply personal level, making it a deserving recipient of this significant award.