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Dry Summer

Susuz Yaz

1964 · 90 min · Drama

A greedy tobacco farmer dams the spring that feeds the whole valley to hoard the water for himself, setting off a bitter feud with his neighbors and even his own brother. A stark, sensual rural drama and a landmark of Turkish cinema.

Why it’s here

Metin Erksan's Turkish rural drama and Berlin Golden Bear winner.

Runtime
90 min
Genre
Drama · Crime
Mood
tense · thoughtful · dark
Entry
some context
Best for
shorter watch · film history

Content notes: violence or threat · sexual content Non-exhaustive

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Part of 10 Essential Turkish Films

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