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29th Boston Turkish Festival

29th Boston Turkish Arts & Culture Festival
October 29 - December 15, 2024

Please visit festival website for details

https://bostonturkishfestival.org

TEARS OF CEM KARACA
Cem Karaca’nın Gözyaşları

Cem Karaca'nin Gozyaslari

Directed by Yüksel Aksu
123 min. / 2024 / with English subtitles
Cast: İsmail Hacıoğlu, Fikret Kuşkan, Yasemin Yalçın, Melisa Pamuk, Meral Çetinkaya
International Premiere

"Tears of Cem Karaca" is a moving exploration of the life and legacy of Cem Karaca (1945-2004), the Anatolian rock legend whose music often carried powerful political messages and was a soundtrack to political and social change. His unwavering commitment to justice and equality made him an icon of his time, and his legacy continues to inspire generations today. This biopic delves into the lesser-known facets of his life, exploring the triumphs, challenges, and passions that fueled his career. From the heights of fame to the depths of exile, Cem Karaca's story is one of resilience and passion.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2024 | 2:00 pm

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Remis Auditorium

Co-presented with the Museum of Fine Arts Boston Film Program

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CROSSING THE BRIDGE: THE SOUND OF ISTANBUL

Directed by Fatih Akın
91 min. / 2005 / Remastered / with English subtitles

crossing the bridge

Transcending cultural borders and genres, Istanbul’s vibrant music scene takes the spotlight in Fatih Akın’s sonically immersive time capsule, "Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul." Now remastered in 4K, this groundbreaking documentary, originally released in 2005, offers a unique perspective on the city through the lens of its diverse musical genres. Thumping with an infectious energy, this movable feast celebrates the bonding power of art over political and generational divides, transporting viewers to the heart of Istanbul’s vibrant music scene in stunning detail.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2024 | 2:30 pm

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Remis Auditorium

Co-presented with the Museum of Fine Arts Boston Film Program

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BOSTON TURKISH FESTIVAL'S 19th ANNUAL
DOCUMENTARY & SHORT FILM COMPETITION

November 25 - December 6, 2024

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