X
- 2001
- Cinema Village Features
- 1 h 44 m
- 2001
- Cinema Village Features
- 1 h 44 m
Summary The story of two men who form an unlikely friendship while making the transition to city life in Istanbul.
Directed By: Yesim Ustaoglu
Written By: Yesim Ustaoglu
- 2001
- Cinema Village Features
- 1 h 44 m
- 2001
- Cinema Village Features
- 1 h 44 m
Journey to the Sun
72
User Score
Available after 4 ratings
tbd
Summary The story of two men who form an unlikely friendship while making the transition to city life in Istanbul.
Directed By: Yesim Ustaoglu
Written By: Yesim Ustaoglu
Top Cast
Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 10 Critic Reviews
72
90% Positive
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
10% Mixed
1 Review
1 Review
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Metascore
Generally Favorable
Based on 10 Critic Reviews
72
90% Positive
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
10% Mixed
1 Review
1 Review
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
A remarkably vivid portrait of a teeming third-world metropolis
Ustaoglu has pulled off a rare feat in this film, enlightening us about a horrible situation while never losing sight of his central tale of friendship and loyalty.
Sensitive, gritty and courageous, this film gathers a power and focus not foreshadowed in its deliberately rambling earlier sequences.
A remarkable second feature from writer-director Yesim Ustaoglu.
This is only Ustaoglu's second film, but smart performances and expressive camera work mark her as a talent to watch in the future.
Takes you on a fascinating and picturesque journey into a relatively unfamiliar culture.
Ustaoglu has made Mehmet unbelievably naive -- and the hardships piled upon him unintentionally evoke "The Perils of Pauline." That dilutes what should be a powerful protest film, and robs it of the emotional impact it aims for.
User Reviews
There are no user reviews yet. Be the first to add a review.
Production Company
Celluloid Dreams,
Istisnai Filmler ve Reklamlar (IFR),
Medias Res Filmproduktion,
The Film Company,
ZDF/Arte
Release Date Feb 9, 2001
Duration 1 h 44 m
Genres
Website
http://www.journeytosun.com/
Awards
Turkish Film Critics Association (SIYAD) Awards
• 3 Wins & 7 Nominations
Ankara International Film Festival
• 4 Wins & 4 Nominations
Istanbul Film Festival
• 4 Wins & 4 Nominations
