The Polish Pope: Nation's Farewell

The Polish Pope: Nation's Farewell is a historical documentary that examines how the passing of Pope John Paul II affected Polish society. The film looks at the consequences of this event for people both within the Catholic Church and those who generally did not associate with the institution.

Directed and written by Mariusz Pilis, the production was a joint effort between Poland and the United States, involving production companies such as Rafael Media, Mewa Film, and the Saint John Paul II National Shrine. The documentary features appearances by Piotr Augustynek, Wojciech Bochnak, Krzysztof Ziemiec, Ryszard Frankowicz, Maciej Głód, and Magdalena Hodalska, all appearing as themselves. The film was released on April 2, 2025.