(Talihli Amele)

Content: A depiction of social satire, Talihli Amele [The Lucky Worker] (1980) shows the transformation of a young man who immigrated to Istanbul to provide a better life for his family. With hopes to become a successful mason, he suddenly finds himself the star of a TV commercial. Drawing attention to the rising consumerism culture and its effects on individuals in Turkey, the film was allowed to be shown with a State Council verdict.

Countries:

Turkey

Genres:

Comedy,

Drama

Runtime:

75 minutes

Year:

1980

Directors:

Atıf Yılmaz

Production companies:

Alfa Film

Actors:

Mehmet Ali

Crews:

Producer

Sound Designer

Director of Photography

Director

Writer