The Ballad of the Wood (1987)

The Ballad of the Wood (1987) poster

"The Ballad of the Wood" reveals the traditional architecture of the houses of the Western Black Sea region for centuries has been passed down from father to son, from master to apprentice through secrets and a technique known as "canti". Some of the houses shown have been standing for the last 100 to 150 years. The film honors the great craftsman of the past who utilized the "dizeme" technique through an emphasis on structures that are 300 years old. These examples are some of the most unique to be found in the Western Black Sea region. This craft has been passed down from generation to generation. Now only a few old and tired practitioners are left and they reveal to the camera their anti-earthquake construction techniques. The average age of the craftsmen is 80 years old.

Director: Süha Arın
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 37 min
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Cast

Music: Nadir Göktürk
Cinematography: İlhan Arakon
Editing: Cahit Seymen
Production: MTV Film Televizyon
Country: Turkey
Language: Türkçe
Original Language: tr
More Films by Director: Süha Arın
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ballad of the Wood about?
"The Ballad of the Wood" reveals the traditional architecture of the houses of the Western Black Sea region for centuries has been passed down from father to son, from master to apprentice through secrets and a technique known as "canti". Some of the houses shown have been standing for the last 100 to 150 years. The film honors the great craftsman of the past who utilized the "dizeme" technique through an emphasis on structures that are 300 years old. These examples are some of the most unique to be found in the Western Black Sea region. This craft has been passed down from generation to generation. Now only a few old and tired practitioners are left and they reveal to the camera their anti-earthquake construction techniques. The average age of the craftsmen is 80 years old.
Who directed The Ballad of the Wood?
The Ballad of the Wood was directed by Süha Arın.
Who stars in The Ballad of the Wood?
The Ballad of the Wood stars Süreyya Arın.
How long is The Ballad of the Wood?
The Ballad of the Wood has a runtime of 37m (37 minutes).
What genre is The Ballad of the Wood?
The Ballad of the Wood is a Documentary film.
Where was The Ballad of the Wood produced?
The Ballad of the Wood was produced in Turkey.