"Man of Marble" is a 1977 Polish film directed by Andrzej Wajda. The story follows a young filmmaker, Agnieszka, as she investigates the life of a former bricklayer turned hero, Mateusz Birkut, who became a symbol of the socialist labor movement in Poland. Through her journey, she uncovers the truth about his life and the propaganda surrounding him. The film explores themes of truth, memory, and the impact of political ideology on individual lives. It critiques the manipulation of history and the way heroes are constructed in society, reflecting the complexities of Polish history during the communist era.