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19+
Director: Zeki Demirkubuz
Writer: Zeki Demirkubuz
Year: 2023
Running Time: 193 mins
Languages: Turkish
Subtitle: English
About
Hicran runs away from home when she is forced into an engagement with Rıza by her father. Rıza, who thinks that Hicran doesn't want to be with him, doesn't care at first. But when it begins to bother him, he decides to confront the situation and embarks on a long search for Hicran in Istanbul.
Cast: Miray Daner, Burak Dakak, Cem Davran...
Awards/Nominations:
97. OSCARS Türkiye's nominee for Best Intl. Film nominations
28th Türkiye-Germany Film Festival, Best film
About Zeki Demirkubuz
Zeki Demirkubuz is a Turkish filmmaker known for his unflinching and uncompromising approach to cinema. His films often delve into the dark recesses of the human psyche, exploring themes of guilt, morality, and the complexities of relationships. Demirkubuz's personal experiences, including a tumultuous youth marked by political activism and imprisonment, have undoubtedly influenced his artistic vision.
After dropping out of high school, Demirkubuz worked in a textile workshop and as a street vendor. Following the 1980 coup d'état in Turkey, he was unjustly imprisoned without trial for three years, enduring torture due to alleged communist activities. Despite this traumatic experience, he persevered, graduating with a degree in Communications Engineering from Istanbul University.
His passion for filmmaking led him to work as an assistant director before founding his own production company, Mavi Film. Demirkubuz's fiercely independent nature is reflected in his work, where he maintains creative control over nearly every aspect of his films. This uncompromising spirit allows him to create a unique cinematic language that often challenges conventional storytelling.
Zeki Demirkubuz remains a vital figure in Turkish cinema, a director who fearlessly tackles complex and often disturbing subjects with a distinct artistic vision. His uncompromising approach and willingness to explore the darker aspects of the human condition have earned him both critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
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*Not suitable for minors or persons under 19 years of age.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, Canada
CAD 10.00 to CAD 15.00
