Direction: Lutfi Akad

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Lutfi Akad. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Bulgar Sadik

1954 · Movie · 88 min. · Turkey

Not rated

Not rated

White Handkerchief

1955 · Movie · 101 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Fikret Hakan · Ruth Elizabeth · Sadik Akarsu · Hasan Ceylan

Synopsis White Handkerchief (1955) tells the tale of Hasan, a resident of Alacakoy, and Zeliha, who hails from Orenkoy. Despite the deep-seated animosity between the two villages, Hasan and Zeliha find themselves deeply in love. However, their relationship is threatened by...

Not rated

Not rated

Dügün

1973 · Movie · 84 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Hülya Koçyigit · Ahmet Mekin · Kamran Usluer · Erol Günaydin

Synopsis Dügün (1973) follows the journey of a family of six who hail from Urfa and are attempting to make ends meet in the bustling city of Istanbul. The narrative delves into their struggles and resilience as they navigate the challenges...

Not rated

Not rated

The Law of the Border

1966 · Movie · 71 min. · Turkey

Not rated

Not rated

Tahir ile Zühre

1952 · Movie · 113 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Sezer Sezin · Kenan Artun · Settar Körmükçü · Muazzez Arçay

Synopsis Tahir ile Zühre (1952) is a cinematic adaptation of one of Anatolia's most beloved folk tales. The narrative revolves around Zühre, the daughter of a sultan, and Tahir, the son of the grand vizier, who are raised together and develop...

Not rated

Not rated

Üç Tekerlekli Bisiklet

1962 · Movie · 90 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad · Memduh Ün

Cast Ian Flynn · Sezer Sezin · Reha Yurdakul · Sadettin Erbil

Synopsis Üç Tekerlekli Bisiklet (1962) tells the story of a young boy and his mother who reside in a modest neighborhood, having been without the boy's father for many years. The boy eagerly anticipates his father's return, a longing that fills...

Not rated

Not rated

Red River, Black Sheep

1967 · Movie · 79 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Yilmaz Güney · Nilüfer Koçyigit · Kadir Savun · Derya Tanyeli

Synopsis Red River, Black Sheep (1967) unfolds in the rugged landscapes of Anatolia, where a handful of affluent overlords control all the land. A young shepherd finds himself deeply in love with the daughter of the tribe's leader. When the couple...

Not rated

Not rated

In the Name of the Law

1952 · Movie · 94 min. · Turkey

Not rated

Not rated

Ana

1967 · Movie · 91 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Türkan Soray · Yilmaz Dudu · Erol Tas · Kadir Savun

Synopsis Ana (1967) follows the tumultuous journey of Sevket, his wife Döndü, and their children as they navigate life in a new village. The family, including their grown-up daughter, young son, and baby, struggle to find their place in this unfamiliar...

Not rated

Not rated

The Bride

1973 · Movie · Turkey

Not rated

Not rated

Blood Money

1974 · Movie · 90 min. · Turkey

Direction Lutfi Akad

Cast Hülya Koçyigit · Hakan Balamir · Erol Günaydin · Güner Sümer

Synopsis Blood Money (1974) follows the hardships of a family from Anatolia as they migrate to the bustling city of Istanbul. The narrative delves into their challenges and efforts to acclimate to the vastly different urban environment. The film portrays their...

Not rated

Not rated