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The Man Who Would Be Polka King
6.2 / 10• 2009• 1h 7m•PG• English
Documentary
Storyline
A polka kingdom crumbles in this documentary tracing the rise and fall of dubious duple meter master Jan Lewan. A Grammy-nominated polka superstar who defected from Poland to the West in the 1970s, Lewan created a musical empire that made him an internationally-recognized figure. When scandal erupted and Lewan's shady dealings were revealed, fans couldn't believe that their hero had committed one of the largest polka-related financial crimes in history.
Cast & Crew
JL
Jan Lewan
Himself
LeadWhat People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Joshua Brown's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Man Who Would Be Polka King is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
