About this Event
Screening + Q&A with Director Aycil Yeltan!
Director: Ayçil Yeltan
Writer: Ayçil Yeltan
Year: 2024
Running Time: 79 mins
Languages: Turkish
Subtitles: English
About Fidan
Thirteen-year-old Fidan has just been accepted into a prestigious boarding high school far from her home. Leaving behind her younger brother and her grief-stricken father proves more difficult than she imagined. As she stands at the crossroads between duty and dreams, Fidan must decide whether to pursue her future or remain bound by the sadness of her past.
A tender coming-of-age story about loss, resilience, and the courage to choose one’s own path.
Cast: Alican Yücesoy, Ayça Bingöl, Göksel Kortay, Leyla Smyrna Çabas
About Ayçil Yeltan
Ayçil Yeltan is a Turkish filmmaker, actress, and screenwriter whose work often centers on the inner lives of women and children. With a background in acting and theater, she brings emotional authenticity and depth to her direction. Her films frequently highlight everyday struggles with a compassionate and realistic touch. Fidan continues this tradition, offering a heartfelt exploration of adolescence, family bonds, and the quiet strength of young girls.
Suitable for general audiences.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, Canada
CAD 10.00 to CAD 15.00
