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Friend (1974)

Movie ★ 7.0 99 min

Drama

After betraying his social class, denying his peasant roots and fleeing his native village, Ahmed has become a successful businessman and has found a place in the sun among the bourgeoisie. Azem, his childhood friend, has followed a quite different way. refusing the rat race, he has remained close to people of humble origin. Politically committed, he aspires to be useful to his country and more particularly to the forsaken rural world. The two former friends meet again. Due to the influence of Azem, Ahmed gradually becomes aware that his life is a failure.

Yılmaz Güney Director Yılmaz Güney Writer Oğuz Atay Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 1, 1974
Runtime
99 min
IMDb
tt0071159
Country
Language
Studio
Güney Film

Themes

Cast

Yılmaz Güney Yılmaz Güney Azem Semra Özdamar Semra Özdamar Semra Ahu Tuğbay Ahu Tuğbay Ahu Kerim Afşar Kerim Afşar Cemil Civan Canova Civan Canova Halil Azra Balkan Azra Balkan Necibe Melike Demirağ Melike Demirağ Melike - Cemil's sister-in-law Nizam Ergüden Nizam Ergüden Muhittin - Cemil's brother Yusuf Tunalıoğlu Özden Yüce Özden Yüce

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Frequently asked questions

What is Friend about?
After betraying his social class, denying his peasant roots and fleeing his native village, Ahmed has become a successful businessman and has found a place in the sun among the bourgeoisie. Azem, his childhood friend, has followed a quite different way. refusing the rat race, he has remained close to people of humble origin. Politically committed, he aspires to be useful to his country and more particularly to the forsaken rural world. The two former friends meet again. Due to the influence of Azem, Ahmed gradually becomes aware that his life is a failure.
Who directed Friend?
Friend was directed by Yılmaz Güney.
Who stars in Friend?
Friend stars Yılmaz Güney, Semra Özdamar, Ahu Tuğbay, Kerim Afşar.
When was Friend released?
Friend is a 1974 drama film.
Where can I watch Friend?
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