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The Blue Exile (1993)

Movie ★ 4.6 108 min

Mavi Sürgün is a fictionalized account of one period of the life of a Turkish journalist who was condemned to exile for an article he wrote in 1925. He turned his punishment into a reward by creating a little paradise in what is today the holiday resort, Bodrum. In fact he is considered by some to be the first ecologist. The film concentrates on this latter aspect of his character and through flashbacks portrays the inner turmoil of a man who is trying to come to terms with his past. The slow pace is somewhat of a drawback, the flashbacks are often confusing and the protagonist is not always very convincing. But the photography of the country side is exceptional Kenan Ormanlar and the short appearance by a very theatrical Hanna Schygulla of Fassbinder fame adds a little spice to the drama.

Erden Kıral Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 27, 1993
Runtime
108 min
IMDb
tt0107533
Language
Studio
, Kenmovie Filmcilik, Kentel Film, Stefi 2

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Blue Exile about?
Mavi Sürgün is a fictionalized account of one period of the life of a Turkish journalist who was condemned to exile for an article he wrote in 1925. He turned his punishment into a reward by creating a little paradise in what is today the holiday resort, Bodrum. In fact he is considered by some to be the first ecologist. The film concentrates on this latter aspect of his character and through flashbacks portrays the inner turmoil of a man who is trying to come to terms with his past. The slow pace is somewhat of a drawback, the flashbacks are often confusing and the protagonist is not always very convincing. But the photography of the country side is exceptional Kenan Ormanlar and the short appearance by a very theatrical Hanna Schygulla of Fassbinder fame adds a little spice to the drama.
Who directed The Blue Exile?
The Blue Exile was directed by Erden Kıral.
Who stars in The Blue Exile?
The Blue Exile stars Can Togay, Özay Fecht, Ayse Romey, Hanna Schygulla.
When was The Blue Exile released?
The Blue Exile is a 1993 drama film.
Where can I watch The Blue Exile?
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