Recep Ivedik 4
Recep Ivedik 4

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Recep Ivedik 4

2014
Movie
117 min
Turkish

Recep Ivedik coaches the children football team in his neighborhood. For the training he uses the only free piece of land as football field on which he used to play football as a child. Recep notices sadly that this piece of land was sold to a businessman. So as not to loose this for the neighborhood and the children valuable piece of land he decides to re-buy it on his own. With his own methods he does not receive the money. The participation in a competition with a big price is the only solution of his problem ...

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Togan GökbakarGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Recep Ivedik, a boorish but well-meaning man, accidentally finds himself on a hunting trip in Africa after a series of misunderstandings. While trying to help a group of orphans, he encounters various wild animals and local tribes, leading to chaotic and humorous situations. His journey becomes a quest to protect the natural habitat from a greedy businessman.

Critical Reception

Recep Ivedik 4 was a commercial success in Turkey, continuing the franchise's popularity. Critically, it received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its lowbrow humor and predictable plot, while fans of the series enjoyed its slapstick comedy and the lead actor's performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by fans for its consistent comedic style and Sahan Gökbakar's energetic performance.

  • Criticized for relying heavily on slapstick humor and a formulaic, nonsensical plot.

  • Seen by some as a harmless, escapist comedy appealing to a specific demographic.

Google audience: Audience reception information on Google is not readily available for this specific film, but general audience reactions to the Recep Ivedik series often highlight its over-the-top comedic elements and the titular character's relatable, albeit exaggerated, struggles.

Fun Fact

Recep Ivedik 4 broke Turkish box office records upon its release, becoming the most-watched domestic film in Turkey within its opening weekend.

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