Yurt

It was a very brave work, especially the cult scenes are very realistic. Some of the acting looks amateur and the story sags in some places. He tried to reassure the children in the dormitories. The similarity between national rituals in schools and religious rituals in sects tells a lot about our Turkish society.

I really loved this film-visually splendid and carried by outstanding performances. It subtly explores the grip of religious brotherhoods, operating in the shadow of Atatürk's legacy. With meticulous direction and a sensitive narrative, Yurt reveals an unfamiliar Turkey (for me) far from the cosmopolitan image of Istanbul that defines the country for most of people., The film is caught between tradition and secularism. We follow the inner turmoil of a young man navigating between these two opposing worlds, torn between the weight of his father's expectations and his desire to live freely, like any other teenager-but also those who don't have the privilege of existing between the two. Very touching and immersive, the film offers a poignant reflection on the search for freedom in a country undergoing profound transformation. A striking and singular work.

The story takes place in 1996 in Turkey, but the film is also a reflection on Turkey today, a very divided country, although the power dynamics has changed a lot.

The film fits many categories: a family drama, a story of class and religious struggle, a love story, and maybe most importantly a coming of age story.

The director was probably influenced by many films, one of them may have been Truffaut's 400 blows.

The relationship between Ahmet and Hakan is complex, beautiful and tormented. Contemporary films from Turkey are not afraid of addressing queer feelings and homophobia (Not knowing, Burning Days, and Black Night -Karanlik Gece-), and Yurt is a powerful contribution to this praise of sexual freedom.

The actors give an impressive performance and the photography is stunning. A real treat!

If you only knew how sorry I feel for our children who experienced this and similar things. Unfortunately, things like this can still happen. Children who are sent to such dormitories for a purpose without even consulting their children may face many psychological problems throughout their lives. They always filter the events they experience through a religious filter and forget who they are. They lose their own character because they constantly shape their perspectives according to the moral values imposed on them. As someone who has many friends around him, like our main character Ahmet, and who has talked to people who have experienced such things many times, I was amazed. The director touched on the sensitive points so correctly that I felt like I had experienced these things. An incredible expression, so emotional. In my opinion, every viewer can find something from themselves in this movie... Congrats all the actors, especially precious director Nehir Tuna.

I found this film to be exceptionally well-made. From the actors to the scenes, everything evoked a sense of nostalgia. The realism was top-notch. In my opinion, it beautifully portrayed the struggles of a child torn between Kemalism and Islam. It captured the essence of being caught in the middle, feeling trapped, with remarkable accuracy. These aspects were all very valuable. I was particularly struck by the line, "Who is greater, Allah or Atatürk?" I believe it was a significant statement.

Moreover, the film sheds light on the intense impact of religion and nationalism on children in Turkey, often unnoticed by society. This depiction of children feeling trapped between these powerful forces makes it a crucial piece of work. I hope it reaches a wide audience and that everyone has the chance to see it.