Peacock – Ujazdowski Castle Centre for Contemporary Art

A loving son, a loyal friend, a charming night-out companion, the ultimate dad – Matthias excels at every role. It’s no wonder he’s the star employee of a company that rents out perfect sons, fun dads, and best friends by the hour.

Peacock, the striking debut from Austrian director Bernhard Wenger and a standout at Venice Critics’ Week, is a sharp, witty satire on a world where capitalism monetizes every aspect of life and social media erodes genuine human connection.

Wenger brilliantly exposes how corporate logic seeps into private life, turning Matthias into a flawless professional – though his girlfriend secretly wishes for someone a little less perfect. Smart, charismatic, and irresistibly funny, the film delivers razor-sharp social commentary while reflecting on the pressures of modern life.