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1) Stray
Language
Türkçe
Description
"Through the eyes of three stray dogs wandering the streets of Istanbul, [the film] explores what it means to live as a being without status or security. As they search for food and shelter, Zeytin, Nazar and Kartal embark on inconspicuous journeys through society that allow an unvarnished portrait of human life and their own canine culture. The disparate lives of Zeytin, Nazar and Kartal intersect when they each form intimate bonds with a group of...
2) Kedi
Language
Türkçe
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Hundreds of thousands of cats roam the metropolis of Istanbul freely. For thousands of years they've wandered in and out of people's lives, becoming an essential part of the communities that make the city so rich. Claiming no owners, these animals live between two worlds, neither wild nor tame, and they bring joy and purpose to those people they choose to adopt. In Istanbul, cats are the mirrors to the people, allowing them to reflect on their lives...
3) Honeyland
Language
Türkçe
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"Hatidze lives with her ailing mother in the mountains of Macedonia, making a living cultivating honey using ancient beekeeping traditions. When an unruly family moves in next door, what at first seems like a balm for her solitude becomes a source of tension as they, too, want to practice beekeeping, while disregarding her advice"--Container.
Language
Türkçe
Description
A beautifully composed and magical documentary that introduces viewers to the colorful residents of a Turkish retirement home, a community made up of pranksters, historians, artists, and would-be Casanovas. An Independent Spirit Award nominee, Mizrahi's playful, dreamy film is one of the most unforgettable cinematic experiences of the year. Has some forced English subtitles.
5) Grab and run
Language
Türkçe
Description
After the Kyrgyzstan Independence in 1991, the ancient practice of Ala-Kachuu ("grab and run") returned. Some women escape the men that kidnap them, but many remain married because of tradition and the fear of scandal