Cast
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Ahmet Rıfat Şungar
as Sinan
Berk Hakman
as Kenan
Eda Akalın
as Eda
Baran Akbulut
as Civilian
Deniz Zahmetsiz
as Prison Check-in Soldier
Ahmet Kaynak
as Colonel Demirkan
Zeki Eker
as Officers in Officers' Mess
Şencan Güleryüz
as Brigade General
Yılmaz Gökgöz
as İlyas
Mert Tümer
as İhya
Serkan Ilgaz
as Bekir
Eren Cenker Kavgacı
as Young Soldier
Veysel Varol
as Taxi Driver
Deniz Benol
as Soldiers 2nd Military Base
Abdullah Yıldırım
as Soldiers 1st Military Base
Crew
Director
- Türker Süer
Writer
- Türker Süer
Producer
- Michael Weber
- Viola Fügen
- Nadir Öperli
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Edge of Night examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Türker Süer brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2025, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Edge of Night took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 272 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2025, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 27, 2025
- Runtime: 1h 25m