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Güneşi Gördüm (I Saw the Sun)

By Mahsun Kırmızıgül / Turkey / 2009 / NC16 / 101

Producer: Murat Tokat Screenplay: Mahsun Kırmızıgül Cast: Cem Aksakal, Sarp Apak, Erol Demiröz, Altan Erkekli

Lido 5
17th Apr, 4:15pm
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In the southeast region of Turkey, a 25-year war has made everyday life hell for the Altun family. One of the sons, a soldier, meets his guerilla brother head-on in battle. Their youngest brother has been legless since stepping on a landmine. Another Altun son, the young Kadri, has had to suppress his gender orientation. When they are forced from the land, Kadri finally finds the freedom to express his sexuality. However, moving to the city does not mean they have escaped all their troubles…