Talihli Amele

1980· 75 min★ 6.3· Comedy, Drama

A depiction of social satire, Talihli Amele [The Lucky Worker] (1980) shows the transformation of a young man who immigrated to Istanbul to provide a better life for his family. With hopes to become a successful mason, he suddenly finds himself the star of a TV commercial. Drawing attention to the rising consumerism culture and its effects on individuals in Turkey, the film was allowed to be shown with a State Council verdict.

Cast: İlyas Salman, Hümeyra, Metin Serezli

Director: Atıf Yılmaz