The Small Town
Originally released in 1997. The Small Town is a drama film. directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mehmet Emin Toprak, Havva Sağlam, and Cihat Bütün
Synopsis
A story in four parts is told from the perspective of two children, showing life in school, in nature, with family and at home. All of this unfolding along with the seasons. The Small Town depicts life in the village, while also portraying the relationships between members of a small-town family, in a long centerpiece scene around a campfire with family members talking about the past, life and its disappointments. Both brother and sister witness the complexities and darkness of the adult world, as well as the mysteries of nature and wildlife.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 28, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (114 votes)
Language
TR
Original language
Country
Turkey
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mehmet Emin Toprak
as Saffet (as M. Emin Toprak)
Havva Sağlam
as Asiye
Cihat Bütün
as Ali
Fatma Ceylan
as Nine
Mehmet Emin Ceylan
as Dede (as M. Emin Ceylan)
Sercihan Alioğlu
as Baba
Semra Yılmaz
as Anne
Latif Altıntaş
as Ögretmen
Muzaffer Özdemir
as Deli Ahmet
Timuçin Caymaz
as Dede (voice) (as M. Emin Ceylan)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- TR
Production Companies
- NBC Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Small Town about?
A story in four parts is told from the perspective of two children, showing life in school, in nature, with family and at home. All of this unfolding along with the seasons. The Small Town depicts ...
Who directed The Small Town?
The Small Town was directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan.
How long is The Small Town?
The Small Town has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Small Town released?
The Small Town was released on November 28, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Small Town?
The main cast of The Small Town includes Mehmet Emin Toprak, Havva Sağlam, Cihat Bütün, Fatma Ceylan, Mehmet Emin Ceylan.
Is The Small Town worth watching?
The Small Town has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.