Blackout Night
Originally released in 1990. Blackout Night is a drama film. directed by Yusuf Kurçenli. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tarık Akan, Bülent Bilgiç, and Nurseli İdiz
Synopsis
In this biographical drama, the Turkish writer Rifat Ilgaz (Tarik Akan) is forced to go into internal exile after World War Two, because the government suspects him of being a communist. Most of the movie follows him while he is on the lam, and during his reunion with his wife, who grows testy from the restrictions that hiding him impose on her. Eventually he turns himself in, and while in prison, suffers some torture. All the same, he endures with the flame of his spirit undiminished.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1990
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (5 votes)
Language
TR
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TR
Production Companies
- Senar Film
- Arsel Film Müzik
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackout Night about?
In this biographical drama, the Turkish writer Rifat Ilgaz (Tarik Akan) is forced to go into internal exile after World War Two, because the government suspects him of being a communist. Most of th...
Who directed Blackout Night?
Blackout Night was directed by Yusuf Kurçenli.
How long is Blackout Night?
Blackout Night has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Blackout Night released?
Blackout Night was released on January 1, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Blackout Night?
The main cast of Blackout Night includes Tarık Akan, Bülent Bilgiç, Nurseli İdiz, Menderes Samancılar, Gökhan Mete.