About Dry Grasses by Nuri Bilge Ceyhan (Turkey)

During Asian Heritage Month, Kulea Culture Society presents Stories from the Silk Roads, a four-day event of music and film to celebrate the rich heritage of Canadians with roots in the Asian continent. 

Samet, a young art teacher, is finishing his fourth year of compulsory service in a remote village in Anatolia. After a turn of events, he can hardly make sense of, he loses his hopes of escaping the grim life he seems to be stuck in. Will his encounter with Nuray, herself a teacher, help him overcome his angst?

Winner – 2023 Best actress awar Cannes Film Festival

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Vic Theatre, Douglas Street, Victoria, BC, Canada