G.O.R.A.
G.O.R.A.

G.O.R.A.

2004Movie127 minTurkish

Carpet dealer and UFO photo forger Arif is abducted by aliens and must outwit the evil commander-in-chief of G.O.R.A., the planet where he is being held.

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IMDb7.7/10
Google Users90%
Director: Ömer Faruk SorakGenres: Science Fiction, Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

Arif, a carpet seller from Istanbul, is abducted by aliens and taken to the planet G.O.R.A. He discovers that the G.O.R.A. people are being enslaved by the warlord Skrillex, who is stealing their valuable blue diamonds. Arif, with the help of the alien Cemil, must rally the G.O.R.A. people to fight back and reclaim their freedom.

Critical Reception

G.O.R.A. was a massive box office success in Turkey and is widely considered a landmark film in Turkish comedy cinema. It was praised for its originality, humor, and visual effects, although some critics noted its reliance on slapstick and wordplay. It has since become a cult classic and is beloved by audiences for its quotable lines and iconic characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Hilarious and imaginative science-fiction comedy.
  • Cem Yılmaz's comedic genius shines through in this unique Turkish production.
  • A beloved cult classic with memorable characters and quotable dialogue.

Google audience: Audience reviews consistently praise the film's humor, creativity, and Cem Yılmaz's performance. Many viewers appreciate its rewatchability and the iconic status it holds in Turkish cinema.

Fun Fact

The iconic character of Garavel, played by Rasim Öztekin, was originally conceived by Cem Yılmaz for a sketch in his stand-up shows before being integrated into the film.

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Ruslan

Ruslan

Well, first of all, this movie is a good project. There is no science-fiction film in the history of Turkish cinema, and if you think about the budget, which was about 4 Mio. USD and nevertheless huge for Turkish proportions, George Lucas w...