(2020) - Fierce

: Marta faces a test of character as she rises through the ranks of a manufactured competition. Cast and Production

Critical reception of Fierce has been mixed. Some reviewers praise its emotional depth and high-quality musical performances, considering it one of the better Polish dramas available on Netflix . However, others criticize it for being "tonally askew," arguing that the satirical look at reality TV sometimes clashes with the serious family drama. On Rotten Tomatoes , audience reviews are polarized, with some calling it "visually delightful" while others find the script cliché. Review-Lite: Fierce (2020) - The Sardonic Romantic Fierce (2020)

: Portrays the "Simon Cowell-type" judge struggling with his past and a disillusioned career. : Marta faces a test of character as

: A real-life contestant from The Voice of Poland , Sawczuk provides her own impressive vocals for the role. However, others criticize it for being "tonally askew,"

The story follows , nicknamed "Ostra" (Fierce), a talented but rebellious teenager who enters a popular talent show called Music Race . Her primary motivation isn't fame; rather, she aims to confront her estranged father, Olo , a former rock star and one of the show's judges who abandoned her 18 years prior. Key themes explored in the film include:

: The narrative serves as a "therapy session" for the characters as they navigate feelings of resentment and the desire for recognition.

: Plays a social-media-obsessed juror who represents the shallowest aspects of the industry.