Seattle Turkish Film Festival: Dormitory (Gala Film and Party)
November 16, 2024
Presented by the Seattle Turkish Film Festival.
Based on the director's personal experiences, Dormitory tells the story of a young student in 1997, in a politically polarized Turkey, who is sent to a religious dormitory (yurt) and must navigate family expectations and the struggle between religion, secularism and childhood. Winner of multiple awards including Best Film, Best Cinematography (Istanbul Film Festival), and Best Screenplay (Venice Film Festival). Filmmakers in attendance.
Film will be followed by a Gala Party at KEXP featuring catering by Gourmondo, a cash bar, and live music by 80s cover band Nite Wave.
Note: The Gala Film + Party event is NOT included in the Full Series Pass.
SIFF year-round passes and vouchers are not valid for this screening.
- Director: Nehir Tuna
- Principal Cast: Doğa Karakaş, Can Bartu Arslan, Ozan Çelik, Tansu Biçer, Didem Ellialtı, Orhan Güner, Işıltı Su Alyanak
- Country: Turkey, Germany, France
- Year: 2023
- Running Time: 118 min.
- Language: Turkish
- Has Subtitles: Yes