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About Dry Grasses

A young art teacher hopes to be transferred to Istanbul after completing his mandatory duty in a remote village school in Anatolia. After accusations of inappropriate contact with a student surface, his hopes of escape fade and he descends further into an existential crisis.

6 of Us

A story of six siblings—Azize, Cemo, Zeliha, Fidan, Samet, and Balım—who, after suddenly losing their parents, struggle to stay united and survive. The roots of their tragedy trace back to their parents, Bala and Rıfat, whose forbidden love began in a village in Mardin. Rıfat, a teacher, falls in love with Bala, but Yavuz, the wealthy and obsessive son of Mardin’s richest family, kidnaps her. Despite his abuse, Bala escapes with Rıfat, and they build a secluded life in the forest, raising six children in peace. However, Yavuz’s revenge shatters their world when he finds and attacks them. Fleeing to Istanbul, the siblings face the dangers of the city while seeking refuge with “Uncle Aslan,” their father’s trusted friend. The story highlights resilience, as the older siblings are forced to grow up quickly to protect their younger brothers and sisters in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Home Cooking

Making pizza and going to the amusement park with the family are important to Selma on her father's birthday. But the day doesn't turn out that way, as her father doesn't turn up.

Kanto

After taking care of her family for years, 45-year-old homemaker Sude is on the verge of starting a regular job. But when her mother-in-law mysteriously disappears, Sude's family is forced to confront buried secrets and navigate the delicate balance between family love and personal sacrifices.

Psikedelia