Title: Geranium

Director: Cagil Bocut

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Year: 2021

Duration: 1h 22m

With intricate staging and beautiful visuals, Çağıl Bocut skillfully immerses us in the turbulent family dynamics of young Defne in the film, Geranium. This compelling Turkish family drama explores the delicate bond between Defne and her reliant father, the obstacles encountered when returning home, and ventures into the realm of deep emotional connections, occasionally playing with elements of suspense. Through its skillful portrayal of the characters' vulnerabilities and strengths, Geranium delicately explores the intricacies of human emotions, capturing the subtle nuances that exist within them. By doing so, the film offers a thought-provoking exploration of the innocence lost, leaving viewers with a poignant contemplation on this profound theme.

The film was nominated for in the prestigious international film festivals such as Singapore International Film Festival, Cinequest San Jose Film Festival and Beijing International Film Festival, and won several awards such as at the Istanbul International Film Festival.

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AWARDS & FESTIVALS

Istanbul Film Festival

2021 | Winner: Seyfi Teoman Best First Film Award

Istanbul Film Festival

2021 | Winner: Best Actress - National Competition

Istanbul Film Festival

2021 | Winner: Best Director of Photography - National Competition

Singapore International Film Festival

2020 Ankara Uluslararası Film Festivali

2021 | Winner: Best First Film - National Competition

Cottbus Festival of East European Cinema

2021 | Winner: Best First Film

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