Cast
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Zejhun Demirov
as Oray
Deniz Orta
as Burcu
Cem Göktas
as Bilal
Mikael Bajrami
as Ebu Bekir
Faris Methaan Yüzbasioglu
as Tanju
Ferhat Keskin
as Süleyman
Kais Setti
as Muhammed
Sahin Eryilmaz
as Hamza
Neshe Demir
as Policewoman
Ruzica Hajdari
as Mother
Tanju Bilir
as Riza
Dimitrij Breuer
as Vassili
Ramon Machtolf
as Osman
Tobias Lehmann
as Policeman
Günfer Cölgecen
as Mother
Crew
Director
- Mehmet Akif Büyükatalay
Writer
- Mehmet Akif Büyükatalay
Producer
- Bastian Klügel
- Claus Reichel
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Oray 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 Mehmet Akif Büyükatalay 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 2021, 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 Oray took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 27, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 40m