The Man of Earth (1984)

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Sokol is a middle-aged Kosovar Albanian who, together with his family, emigrates from Kosovo to Turkey, and faces the foreign and unknown world. After some time he becomes homesick, eventually leaving his last will he gave to his son that when he dies, his bones will be returned to his native country. He dies near of a cliff at the Black Sea coast. In his native village, the news that Sokol has been returned from emigration are being spread.

Director: Agim Sopi
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 107 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Menduh Nushi
Editing: Agron Vula
Production: Kosovo Film, AS Film Production
Country: Yugoslavia
Language: shqip
Budget: $150,000
Original Language: sq

Keywords

emigration, turkey, kosovo, albanian

More Films by Director: Agim Sopi
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Man of Earth about?
Sokol is a middle-aged Kosovar Albanian who, together with his family, emigrates from Kosovo to Turkey, and faces the foreign and unknown world. After some time he becomes homesick, eventually leaving his last will he gave to his son that when he dies, his bones will be returned to his native country. He dies near of a cliff at the Black Sea coast. In his native village, the news that Sokol has been returned from emigration are being spread.
Who directed The Man of Earth?
The Man of Earth was directed by Agim Sopi.
Who stars in The Man of Earth?
The Man of Earth stars Abdurrahman Shala, Avdush Hasani, Ramadan Malaj, Bislim Muçaj, Hazir Myftari, Teuta Rrahmani.
How long is The Man of Earth?
The Man of Earth has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
What genre is The Man of Earth?
The Man of Earth is a Drama film.
What is the budget of The Man of Earth?
The Man of Earth had a budget of $150,000.
Where was The Man of Earth produced?
The Man of Earth was produced in Yugoslavia.