Distant
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About
A young man from rural Turkey arrives in Istanbul with dreams of working on a ship and stays with a cousin while he searches for work. Over time, the former’s struggles to find employment and the latter’s troubles and disappointments strain their relationship and living situation.
Cast
Muzaffer Özdemir
as Mahmut
Mehmet Emin Toprak
as Yusuf
Zuhal Gencer
as Nazan (as Zuhal Gencer Erkaya)
Nazan Kesal
as Lover (as Nazan Kırılmış)
Feridun Koç
as Janitor
Fatma Ceylan
as Mother
Ebru Ceylan
as Woman (as Ebru Yapıcı)
Bahattin Serter
as
Nazlı Aydın
as
Engin Hepsev
as
Ercan Kesal
as
Aslı Orhun
as
Ahmet Bugay
as
Arif Aşçı
as
Cemal Gülas
as
Ahmet Özyurt
as
Erhan Ersoy
as
Hakan Kuldan
as
Ayhan Ergürsel
as
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About Distant
A young man from rural Turkey arrives in Istanbul with dreams of working on a ship and stays with a cousin while he searches for work. Over time, the former’s struggles to find employment and the latter’s troubles and disappointments strain their relationship and living situation. Running 106 minutes.
Distant Cast and Characters
The cast features Muzaffer Özdemir (as Mahmut), Mehmet Emin Toprak (as Yusuf), Zuhal Gencer (as Nazan (as Zuhal Gencer Erkaya)), Nazan Kesal (as Lover (as Nazan Kırılmış)), and Feridun Koç (as Janitor). Their performances are a major reason Distant has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Distant NowWhy People Are Watching Distant
Distant flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Turkish storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Distant
Where can I watch Distant online for free?
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How long is Distant?
Distant runs for 106 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Distant good? What's the rating?
Distant holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 258 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Distant?
The main cast includes Muzaffer Özdemir, Mehmet Emin Toprak, Zuhal Gencer, and Nazan Kesal, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Distant available in Turkish?
Yes — Distant was originally produced in Turkish and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Distant released?
Distant was released in 2002.
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Where can I watch Distant for free?
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What is Distant about?
Distant is a Drama film. A young man from rural Turkey arrives in Istanbul with dreams of working on a ship and stays with a cousin while he searches for work. Over time, the former’s struggles to find employment and the latter’s troubles and disappointments strain their relationship and living situation.
When was Distant released?
Distant was released on December 20, 2002. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. The film was produced by NBC Film.
Who stars in Distant?
Distant stars Muzaffer Özdemir, Mehmet Emin Toprak, Zuhal Gencer and Nazan Kesal. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Distant available in HD?
Yes, Distant is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.