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An art dealer on a special mission is pulled into dangerous intrigue while railway detective Cheval tries to help and pursues criminals on the Istanbul Express.
A man is released from prison and tries to go straight, but he is drawn back into a life of crime by an old associate. He finds himself entangled in a dangerous game involving smuggling and murder, forcing him to confront his past and fight for his future.
Istanbul Express was a notable crime thriller in Turkish cinema of its era, appreciated for its suspenseful plot and performances, though it shares many stylistic conventions with other films of its time.
Praised for its effective suspense and crime narrative.
A solid entry in the Turkish crime film genre.
Features strong performances from its lead actors.
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The film is known for its gritty portrayal of Istanbul's underworld during the late 1960s, offering a glimpse into the social and criminal landscape of the time.
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This is quite a passable tale of international intrigue that could maybe have done with a better lead. Gene Barry doesn't quite cut is as the art dealer-cum-agent sent on a mission to attend an auction in Istanbul that is selling stolen, to...