Beynelmilel

For a long time after 1980, there has been a violent supression on the people of my suffering country. The governments which came after the military period all ruled my country as their successors. They were brutally militarist and fascist. The director of the movie is a director who has been sent to prison and been tortured on that evil period just because he had socialist ideals. They have been hunt down and slaughtered in the very dark corners and 3000 people haven't been found. A little Pinochet is the general who arrives the city at the end of the movie. The ignorant young people who believed that they were socialists but were only a band of stupid idealists were shown to be responsible of killings and massacres. This movie is a very good movie which tells the truth from a very far corner. Maybe because director is still afraid that he will face the same tortures again. But still he wants you to see who they were in fact. They were young men and women, 18-30 years old, grown up in the 60s and 70s with the belief that one man can change the whole world. All they did was listening to the communist international (turkish translation: beynelmilel), speak stupidly of how the world should be. That's a very sad story told in a very touching way. You laugh all through the movie but in the end there is a big fist in your throat which maybe for generations we will not be able to swallow. Thank you for a great movie like this.

The film is telling a story from Turkey in a difficult time slice and place. The time is 1982 and place is Adiyaman from less developed portion of Turkey. Story is using local musicians who are earning their life from night entertainments or from weddings, as a tool to develop around. Scenario is convincing well and many details such as small things, objects, and clothes are perfectly reflecting that time and that place. This is together with the correct dialogs developed between local people and officers, giving a highly realistic atmosphere to the movie. In spite of some accent errors, cast is successful as well.

The mood of the film has a spectrum from comedy to tragedy like their life itself. The peak comedy scene in cemetery is really better than many comedy movie, and the last scene showing the changed world after years are really tragedy, or black comedy. Old and fat but congenial singers who are derived from other cities to sing in the nightclub are playing the timeless philosophic minds of such situations.

To avoid any spoiler, I will not tell in details but the final public meeting scene and unusual events in the meeting are not realistic. This portion is the only faulty portion of the movie. This is not a masterpiece but a movie not to miss.

Beynelmilel is one of those rare films that you don't just watch-you truly feel. It's a masterclass in absurdity, wit, and emotional depth, seamlessly blending humor with the heaviness of grief and oppression. The film's brilliance lies in its intelligent storytelling and the way it captures the tragedy of its characters with a sharp, satirical edge.

The performances are outstanding. Every member of the cast brings nuance and authenticity to their roles, delivering their lines with such raw emotion and precision that it's impossible not to be drawn in. The chemistry and timing are so finely tuned, it's clear this is a group of exceptional talents.

What makes Beynelmilel unforgettable is how it balances its absurdist tone with genuine emotional weight. The sorrow never feels forced; it's there, quietly persistent, beneath the laughter and irony. You can feel the pain of the characters, the injustice of their world, and yet you keep watching with a strange sense of joy.

I've seen this film multiple times, and not once have I grown tired of it. On the contrary, I find myself appreciating new layers with each viewing. It's a film that keeps giving. For me, Beynelmilel stands as one of my greatest cinematic experiences-funny, tragic, sharp, and profoundly human.

Thank you Sirri Surreya Onder for this experience- may your soul rest in peace 🙏

Fascinating story including many references to capitalism and military coup. Cezmi Baskin acts marvellous and effects the audience deeply. Özgü Namal and Umut Kurt also acts in this film and they did a great job.There hasnt been many films about turkish recent past, because authoritarianism was dominating in 80's. i think there should be a little more humor rather than the drama. if the director provide it then this film would be a milestone in turkish cinema. However it's still a must see show for me.

A 2006 Turkish film directed by Sirri Sureyya Onder and Muharrem Gulmez, which proves its success by remaining highly watchable nearly 20 years after its release, carrying a flavor and atmosphere reminiscent of "Vizontele".

The screenplay was written by Sirri Sureyya Onder. The leading roles feature names such as Cezmi Baskin, Ozgu Namal, Umut Kurt, and Nazmi Kirik.

At the center of the film is Abuzer (Cezmi Baskin), a saz instructor trying to preserve his artistic and human values amidst the absurd circumstances of a military coup era. The story is shaped around him. Abuzer evolves from his initial passive and accepting demeanor into a figure who takes risks for his art and values as the events progress; this demonstrates his character development. Abuzer's daughter, Gulendam (Ozgu Namal), is also a significant character who drives the narrative forward.

"Beynelmilel" stands out with its strong screenplay, successful performances, and original directorial vision. I recommend this film, which is both humorous and thought-provoking, offering us a different window into our recent history. It is a must-see production for fans of Turkish cinema and those interested in political satire.

* Screenplay and Storytelling: 8/10 * Directing: 8/10 * Acting: 8/10 * Cinematography: 7.5/10.