Dekalog, dziewiec

The audience's emotional response to 'Dekalog, dziewiec' is dominated by a profound sense of sadness and melancholy, stemming from the central character's struggle with impotence and the painful decision to urge his wife to take a lover. Empathy is high, as viewers connect with the emotional turmoil and difficult choices faced by both husband and wife. Anxiety and guilt are prominent, reflecting the characters' internal conflicts and the unsettling nature of the proposed solution. The film evokes a disturbing sense of relational breakdown and moral ambiguity, while still allowing for a fragile hope for understanding or acceptance amidst the despair.