From intimate dramas to visionary futures, this compelling collection of Turkish short films showcases the depth and diversity of contemporary Turkish cinema. Across five striking films, audiences will encounter gripping mysteries, shadowy animation, climate futures, and powerful stories of resilience, grief, and discovery. Bold, imaginative and emotionally rich, this is an essential night for lovers of international cinema.
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Tavuk Suyuna Çorba (Chicken Broth Soup), a drama about a doctor who comes across unusual symptoms when examining a man said to have died of a heart attack.
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Oyun (Game), an animated story about the games played around the world, leaving the future of humanity in the dark.
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Kota (Quota), a dystopia set in a future where water resources have been depleted due to the climate crisis and governments have imposed strict quotas.
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Yavru Karinca (Baby Ant), a drama in which tomorrow is an important day; Ayser will pay a visit to her husband in prison.
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Rehber (The Contact), a drama about Ali who returns to the town he left years ago after the death of his son, and confronts the remains of his son, whom he never knew.
Language: Turkish, with English subtitles
Total run time: 65 minutes
Rating: M - Suitable for mature audiences 16 years and over
Presented in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in New Zealand.
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