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Son Takla
Cemil is a feisty young man from Trabzon who played for Trabzonspor in the mid-1990s. He transferred to Beşiktaş during the same period and changed greatly in character after moving to Istanbul. During a Beşiktaş-Trabzonspor match, he scored three goals against his former team, Trabzonspor, and then did three somersaults, earning him the nickname "Somersaulting Cemil" and turning all his old friends and fellow Trabzon natives against him. He left his fiancée Zeynep and settled in Istanbul, never returning to his hometown for 20 years. Now in his 40s, Cemil is forced to return to Trabzon when he hears that his father has had a heart attack. However, he is too late—his father has already passed away. He wants to return to Istanbul immediately after the funeral, but he is forced to change his mind after hearing the words of his closest friend, Kemal.
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Plot Summary
In the Turkish Black Sea region, a young boy named Can is sent to live with his father and grandmother after his mother's death. Struggling with his grief and the harsh realities of rural life, Can forms an unlikely bond with a local shepherd named Adnan. Their relationship challenges societal norms and his own understanding of love and belonging amidst the stark landscape.
Critical Reception
Son Takla received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of childhood trauma, burgeoning sexuality, and the oppressive social environment of rural Turkey. Critics praised its atmospheric cinematography and powerful performances, though some found its pacing deliberate.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tender depiction of a young boy's emotional journey.
Acclaimed for its strong sense of place and atmospheric visuals.
Noted for its nuanced exploration of societal pressures and forbidden desire.
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Awards & Accolades
Award for Best Film at the 16th !f Istanbul Independent Film Festival, Best Actor for Doğa Konakoğlu at the 22nd Golden Boll Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Son Takla', translates to 'The Last Fall' in English, hinting at the emotional journey and potential turning point in the protagonist's life.
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