Cast
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Alican Yücesoy
as Uğur
Yeliz Kuvancı
as Handan
Nisa Sofiya Aksongur
as Berrak
İlber Uygar Kaboğlu
as Burak
Cem Cücenoğlu
as Şeref
Nergis Çorakçı
as Sabahat
Coşkun Çetinalp
as Mustafa
Volkan Çetinkaya
as Erdal
Ecehan Çetinkaya
as Nazan
Lale Gençtürk
as Elmas
Kamil Gençtürk
as Kamil
Sedef Akalın
as Gülistan
Hakan Alkan
as Abdullah
Efe Umurhan
as Zülfikar
Atalay Çetintaş
as Sinan
Crew
Director
- Şükrü Alaçam
Writer
- Mine Ölce Çakan
- Şükrü Alaçam
Producer
- Işıl Çuhadar
- Şükrü Alaçam
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Lodging 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 Şükrü Alaçam 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 2018, 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 Lodging took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 88 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 9, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 28m