The Assistant

Joseph Marti is an unemployed man who finds work as an assistant to Carla Tobler, an inventor of peculiar and impractical devices. As the Tobler family faces financial difficulties due to these failed projects, Marti's role shifts from a professional aide to a general servant. He becomes deeply entwined in the couple's daily domestic routines, struggling to maintain his own dignity while navigating the power dynamics and boundaries of his employers' household.

This drama was produced by Sadie Coles HQ and Luna Film as a joint venture between the United Kingdom and Poland. It was directed by Wilhelm Sasnal and Anka Sasnal, with Wilhelm Sasnal also serving as the producer and screenwriter. The film stars Piotr Trojan in the lead role of Joseph Marti. Released on January 29, 2026, the movie has a runtime of 124 minutes.