The Other Side of Beyoğlu

The Other Side of Beyoğlu

Reminiscent of Martin Scorsese's 1985 production, After Hours, this film narrates the events of a night in the chaotic backstreets of Beyoğlu in Istanbul. The day he receives his wage, and after arguing with his wife, Haydar (Tarik Akan) leaves the house in a fury and heads to Beyoğlu for a wild night out. However, a prostitute and her pimp bring him such troubles, and he finds himself penniless and in police custody.

Release Date

January 1, 1986

Status

Released

Original Title

Beyoğlu'nun Arka Yakası

Runtime

1h 30min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Turkish

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