Completed - TURKISH - Drama - 85 minutes
Set in a climate of distrust where the state demands absolute — if not blind — loyalty and the only options are to adapt or rebel, Edge of Night is the captivating debut of writer-director Türker Süer.
Year of production : 2024 Director(s) : Türker SÜER Cast : Ahmet Rıfat ŞUNGAR, Berk HAKMAN
Sinan, a young lieutenant in the Turkish army, is asked to hand over his brother Kenan to a military court. Burdened by the tragic death of their father, both brothers embark on a journey through a land marked by political unrest. As they confront their beliefs, Sinan's convictions are put to the ultimate test on the night of the coup. In a country where the state demands absolute loyalty, the brothers must decide if they are ready to face the sacrifices required by their duty and their conscience.
Country(ies) : GERMANY, TURKEY
Toronto - TIFF 2024 CentrepieceVenice - Biennale 2024 (Orizzonti Extra)