Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual
Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual is a documentary film. directed by Buğra Mert Alkayalar. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ayşe Akbaş, Atiye Gözlüklü, and Mehmet Berk Yaltırık
Synopsis
“Bocuk” traces the remnants of a Balkan-Turkic belief said to date back to the Middle Ages, still alive in a remote village of Thrace. This docudrama explores the contemporary meaning of an ancient winter ritual and documents the local narratives surrounding it. Blending fear with tradition, the film invites viewers to discover the extraordinary Night of Bocuk, a practice still observed across generations in Turkey.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TR
Production Companies
- BMA
- Amirler Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual about?
“Bocuk” traces the remnants of a Balkan-Turkic belief said to date back to the Middle Ages, still alive in a remote village of Thrace. This docudrama explores the contemporary meaning of an anc...
Who directed Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual?
Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual was directed by Buğra Mert Alkayalar.
How long is Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual?
Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual?
The main cast of Bocuk: An Ancient Ritual includes Ayşe Akbaş, Atiye Gözlüklü, Mehmet Berk Yaltırık, Mezide Demirel, Nurten Tınmaz.