The story begins in . Two volunteers— Maks (a boisterous opportunist) and Albert (a serious scientist)—agree to be the first humans to undergo a hibernation experiment. Originally intended to last three years, the experiment goes horribly wrong when a global nuclear war breaks out shortly after they are frozen. The Awakening: A World Without Men
Realizing they are scheduled for the operation, Maks and Albert manage to escape with the help of Lamia, who begins to question the state's propaganda after experiencing genuine emotions for the men. Seksmisja (1983) reЕј. Juliusz Machulski
, a more radical security official, wants them "liquidated" (forcibly naturalized through a "sex-change" operation). The story begins in
: The surface is perfectly habitable; the "radiation" and "devastation" were myths created by the leadership to keep the population controlled and underground. The Awakening: A World Without Men Realizing they