Istanbul
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All of Pialat's Turkish films are uniquely interested in the country — especially Istanbul — as it was, not just as it is at the precise moment that Pialat is filming it. History informs these films in a big way, with the voiceover narration (which incorporates excerpts from various authors) introducing tension between the images of the modern-day city and the descriptions of incidents from its long and rich history. Istanbul is probably the most conventional documentary of Pialat's Turkish series, providing a general profile of the titular city, its different neighborhoods, and the different cultures and ways of living that coexist within its sprawling borders. As the other films in the series also suggest, Pialat sees Turkey, and Istanbul in particular, as a junction point between Europe and the East, between the old and the new, between history and modernity.
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About Istanbul
All of Pialat's Turkish films are uniquely interested in the country — especially Istanbul — as it was, not just as it is at the precise moment that Pialat is filming it. History informs these films in a big way, with the voiceover narration (which incorporates excerpts from various authors) introducing tension between the images of the modern-day city and the descriptions of incidents from its long and rich history. Istanbul is probably the most conventional documentary of Pialat's Turkish series, providing a general profile of the titular city, its different neighborhoods, and the different cultures and ways of living that coexist within its sprawling borders. As the other films in the series also suggest, Pialat sees Turkey, and Istanbul in particular, as a junction point between Europe and the East, between the old and the new, between history and modernity. Running 13 minutes.
Istanbul Cast and Characters
The cast features Pierre Asso (as Narrator). Their performances are a major reason Istanbul has built such a passionate audience.
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Istanbul flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy French storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Istanbul online for free?
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How long is Istanbul?
Istanbul runs for 13 minutes (about 0.2 hour).
Is Istanbul good? What's the rating?
Istanbul holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 8 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Istanbul?
The main cast includes Pierre Asso.
Is Istanbul available in French?
Yes — Istanbul was originally produced in French and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Istanbul released?
Istanbul was released in 1964.
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Where can I watch Istanbul for free?
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What is Istanbul about?
Istanbul is a Documentary film. All of Pialat's Turkish films are uniquely interested in the country — especially Istanbul — as it was, not just as it is at the precise moment that Pialat is filming it. History informs these films in a big way, with the voiceover narration (which incorporates excerpts from various authors) introducing tension between the images of the modern-day city and the descriptions of incidents from its long and rich history. Istanbul is probably the most conventional documentary of Pialat's Turkish series, providing a general profile of the titular city, its different neighborhoods, and the different cultures and ways of living that coexist within its sprawling borders. As the other films in the series also suggest, Pialat sees Turkey, and Istanbul in particular, as a junction point between Europe and the East, between the old and the new, between history and modernity.
When was Istanbul released?
Istanbul was released on January 1, 1964. It has a runtime of 13m. The film was produced by Como Film.
Who stars in Istanbul?
Istanbul stars Pierre Asso. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Istanbul available in HD?
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