Movie

Talihli Amele (1980)

• January 15, 1980
• 1h 15m

• Comedy
• Drama

Overview

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.

Director

Atıf Yılmaz

Writers

Başar Sabuncu

Starring

İlyas Salman, Hümeyra, Metin Serezli