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Ölüm Peşimizde
Burhan works as a driver at the factory where his father works. He is also preparing to marry Zehra, one of the factory workers. Zehra's brother Hüsnü and the factory accountant Namık hatch a plan to rob the factory. They decide to rob the factory's treasurer. They agree with two more workers from the factory to help them. During the robbery, something goes wrong. Hüsnü kills the treasurer and one of the workers and escapes. Nazif Usta, who was at the factory at the time, is arrested at the scene and sentenced to death in court. However, Burhan will try to find the culprits to save his father.
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Plot Summary
A young man is caught between two warring crime families after witnessing a murder. He tries to protect his family while navigating the dangerous underworld, leading to a series of violent confrontations and moral dilemmas.
Critical Reception
This early Turkish crime thriller is noted for its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful narrative, reflecting common themes in the genre during its era. While not widely discussed internationally, it holds a place in Turkish cinematic history for its portrayal of urban crime and its stars.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and engaging plot.
Recognized for its strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
Considered a notable example of Turkish crime cinema from the 1960s.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's suspenseful storyline and its effectiveness as a crime drama within the context of 1960s Turkish cinema.
Fun Fact
The film features prominent Turkish actors Tanju Gürsu and Hülya Koçyiğit in early roles that helped establish their careers in Turkish cinema.
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