The Road movie poster

The Road

"The story of three families' search for freedom."

September 1, 1982 1h 50m 7.3/10 (127 votes)

Originally released in 1982. The Road is a drama/romance film. directed by Yılmaz Güney.

Starring Tarık Akan, Şerif Sezer, and Halil Ergün

Synopsis

When five Kurdish prisoners are granted one week's home leave, they find to their dismay that they face continued oppression outside of prison from their families, the culture, and the government.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 1, 1982 43 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (127 votes)
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Language TR Original language
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Country France + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TR

Production Companies

  • Cactus Films
  • Güney Film
  • Antenne 2
  • SRF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Road about?

When five Kurdish prisoners are granted one week's home leave, they find to their dismay that they face continued oppression outside of prison from their families, the culture, and the government.

Who directed The Road?

The Road was directed by Yılmaz Güney.

How long is The Road?

The Road has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was The Road released?

The Road was released on September 1, 1982 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Road?

The main cast of The Road includes Tarık Akan, Şerif Sezer, Halil Ergün, Meral Orhonsay, Necmettin Çobanoğlu.

Is The Road worth watching?

The Road has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 127 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.