The Photograph is preceded by Öz’ controversial short film Ax, that was banned by the Turkish authorities. The story is about the old Kurd Zelo who is left on his own with his memories after his village is cleared by Turkish troops. The film has been showered with prizes at various European festivals for short films.
Film details
- Country of production
- Turkey
- Year
- 1999
- Festival edition
- IFFR 2001
- Length
- 27"
- Medium/Format
- 16mm
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