Turkish Riviera (2021)
A video cassette is inserted: A toddler in a paddling pool somewhere on the beach. Parents and grandparents scurry around. Pictures of Senem's first visit to Turkey, so she tells us. This is the beginning of a search for home. Through interviews with her parents and grandparents, the filmmaker takes us through the ups and downs of the life of three generations of Turkish guest workers in Germany. The stories are accompanied by images of everyday life in Turkey. Today the family has returned to their homeland, only Senem has remained in Germany. Where does she belong? Sober reflection meets poetic collage, trying to find peace in the space between here and there.
Director: Senem Göcmen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date: November 7, 2021
Screenplay
- Senem Göcmen (Screenplay)
Music: El Fallah Khaless
Cinematography: Senem Göcmen
Editing: Senem Göcmen
Production: Deutsche Film- und Fernsehakademie Berlin (DFFB)
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch, Türkçe
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Turkish Riviera about?
- A video cassette is inserted: A toddler in a paddling pool somewhere on the beach. Parents and grandparents scurry around. Pictures of Senem's first visit to Turkey, so she tells us. This is the beginning of a search for home. Through interviews with her parents and grandparents, the filmmaker takes us through the ups and downs of the life of three generations of Turkish guest workers in Germany. The stories are accompanied by images of everyday life in Turkey. Today the family has returned to their homeland, only Senem has remained in Germany. Where does she belong? Sober reflection meets poetic collage, trying to find peace in the space between here and there.
- Who directed Turkish Riviera?
- Turkish Riviera was directed by Senem Göcmen.
- How long is Turkish Riviera?
- Turkish Riviera has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
- What genre is Turkish Riviera?
- Turkish Riviera is a Documentary film.
- Where was Turkish Riviera produced?
- Turkish Riviera was produced in Germany.