The Festival of Troubadours

This movie on Netflix offers a refreshing departure from the realm of modern action films, bringing with it a deep emotional complexity and a sense of melancholy often missing in today's cinema. This story focuses on the relationship between a father and son, exploring the significance of intergenerational bonds and the internal struggles faced by the characters.

One of the most striking aspects of the film is its use of Eastern music, which not only adds authenticity but also deepens the emotional tone of the narrative. This sonic landscape, inspired by the rich culture of the Turkish people, perfectly complements the development of the characters and their feelings. The melancholic tones of the music accompany the protagonists' journey through life's joys and sorrows, creating a profound connection with the audience.

While some viewers may find themselves disappointed by the lack of typical action sequences and thrilling chases, the movie focuses on the essence of relationships and internal conflicts. This film is not for those who measure a good movie merely by the number of smashed cars or dead characters; instead, it invites film lovers to linger on the simple yet profound moments that life offers.

In conclusion, it is a film that demands attention and an open mind. It is an artistic work that adds soul to a sea of meaningless action, inviting us to reflect on the complexity of human relationships and emotions. I recommend it to all film enthusiasts looking to enjoy something that transcends fleeting entertainment and leaves a lasting impression.

I'm not that much into turkish movies, but when I saw the trailer on Netflix, an old guy holding a Saz in his hands had to watch it, while my father was also Saz teacher. The movie is a nice reflection of anger and love combined, it touches you, while you sometimes feels the same feeling's against your loved ones. Definitely worth watching, the acting is GREAT, the cinematography is great!! Kivanc is really a great actor, it was beyond my expectations. A journey that also shows you the eastern parts of Turkey, the hospitality of the people living there, culture, traditions... the love for the Saz, which is really a big part of the culture, especially in the middle eastern part on turkey...

Brilliant acting, pitch perfect dialogue! Not a film for those who crave action-packed scenes, but rather for those who appreciate an in-depth portrayal of a wounded relationship, in this case between musician father and attorney son. The Turkish music and stunning, stark landscapes provide an amazing backdrop to this novel road film featuring two people in a car for most of it. It's a tour de force, keeping the viewer engaged in a 90-minute or so conversation. Along the way as the car journeys to some small towns, we learn in stunningly economical but evocative scenes about the father's past, with a subtlety that totally eludes even the most serious Hollywood films. That is just part of the magic of Ozcan Alper's directing.

Very unexpected gem of a piece. Festival of Troubadours. You see a part of Turkey that is not the glitzy Istanbul or Bodrum or Izmir, etc. Some scenes reminded me of surreal locations in Gozu of Takashi Miike. It has a strange therapeutic feel to it this movie, gets you into a nihilistic mood, but still with a dash of hope somehow. Bare mountains and at times green valleys with half dried out river streams add to the melancholy. A slow, 90min ride of a son and a dying troubadour dad suddenly showing up after 25 years of disappearance. Lost love, lives and nothing but a subtle ode to Asik Veysel and maybe real Turkish spirit of innocence long lost these days.

A very touching story of a lost son & father relationship. Connecting childhood memories while trying to walk over a broken relationship bridge between the past and today, knowing there is not much time left to re-build. Cinematography and acting is five Stars. For whom have lived in Anatolia for some time, or from this land, or traveled there and are familiar with this culture will undoubtedly enjoy the music, scenery, and story more than many of us. Congratulations on bringing us something that is different, not revealing what was the real story behind why the father left his son behind and leave it to our imagination, Everyone can guess and complete their own story in the blanks.