Directing
Ertem Göreç
Born 1931-12-19 · Bursa, Turkey
Ertem Göreç was a distinguished Turkish film director, screenwriter, and editor, recognized for his contributions to Turkish cinema, particularly in the social realist genre. Born in Bursa, he left his secondary education to pursue a career in sports, becoming a national basketball player. His passion for cinema led him to work as an editor under Orhan Atadeniz, where he honed his technical skills over a decade. In the 1950s, Göreç served as an assistant director to prominent filmmakers such as Orhan M. Arıburnu, Atıf Yılmaz, Abdurrahman Palay, and Memduh Ün. He made his directorial debut with Kanlı Sevda in 1960. His most acclaimed work, Karanlıkta Uyananlar (1964), is considered a milestone in Turkish social realist cinema, addressing labor issues and workers' rights. Throughout his career, Göreç directed numerous films that explored social themes, leaving a lasting impact on Turkish cinema. He passed away in Istanbul at the age of 89.
Acting credits
10.0No synopsis available yet.
İstanbul Kan Ağlarken
1951
6.5Şaban is a poor man. In Germany, where Şaban went as a worker, tragicomic events happen.
Expat Şaban
1985
4.5The film tells the story of Sezer and those around him during troubled times in Cyprus. Lale is deeply shaken by the unexpected death of her husband Murat. Lale, a school teacher, marries Murat, a pilot officer. However, Murat dies in a plane crash. At this time, Lale, who is pregnant, moves in with Murat's sister Aynur, who lives in Cyprus. One day, Lale returns to Turkey for a short time. During this time, Aynur's house in Cyprus is raided by a group of EOKA militants. Aynur and her husband are killed. Lale's young son Sezer is rescued by a man who happens to be at the scene. Years later, Sezer learns the truth about his past as a result of an EOKA attack. He will do everything in his power to find his mother and inform the fighters about what happened.
Sezercik Küçük Mücahit
1974
NRThe last film of Oğuz Gözen, which tells the story of a woman who left her child and husband, and went to France just to return to Istanbul years later and take back her son, starring Şehnaz Dilan, İncilay Özdemir, Vadullah Taş, Murat Soydan, Buket Çokar.
On The Rainy Night "Gulperi"
2015
Behind the camera
5.9A beautiful girl, Snow White, takes refuge in the forest in the house of seven dwarfs to hide from her stepmother, the wicked Queen. The Queen is jealous because she wants to be known as "the fairest in the land," and Snow White's beauty surpasses her own.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
1971
8.0Burhan works as a driver at the factory where his father works. He is also preparing to marry Zehra, one of the factory workers. Zehra's brother Hüsnü and the factory accountant Namık hatch a plan to rob the factory. They decide to rob the factory's treasurer. They agree with two more workers from the factory to help them. During the robbery, something goes wrong. Hüsnü kills the treasurer and one of the workers and escapes. Nazif Usta, who was at the factory at the time, is arrested at the scene and sentenced to death in court. However, Burhan will try to find the culprits to save his father.
Ölüm Peşimizde
1960
NRThe film tells the story of a man who loses his memory. Murat is a famous and successful racing driver. He also owns a tyre factory. Before participating in the Turkish Rally, Kenan, Murat's cousin, plants a bomb in Murat's car. His aim is to kill Murat and take his fortune. In the accident, Murat's car explodes. As his body is not found, it is assumed that Murat is dead. However, after the accident, Murat has lost his memory and started a new life. But an event he experiences brings him back to his old life.
Ölüm Dönemeci
1972
8.0Loosely based on "The Girl Hunters" written by Mickey Spillane. After many years on a drunken binge over the disappearance of his love, Murat (Ayhan Isik) is picked up out of the gutter by the police and dropped smack-dab in the middle of a political bombshell.
Krallar Ölmez
1967
10.0Ahmet supports his elderly mother by driving a taxi. He is a trusted and beloved member of his neighborhood. Ahmet helps a woman who gets into his car escape from a gang. Later, gang members who catch Ahmet find out where the young woman is. The woman is killed during a commotion in a hotel room. The gang knocks Ahmet unconscious and leaves him there, then reports the incident to the police. The only way Ahmet can prove his innocence is to flee. However, this adventure will lead to new losses.
Ölüm Saati
1967
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Güldürme Beni
1986
7.0The story of a doctor who loses his memory in Africa, returns to Istanbul, and falls in love again with his ex-girlfriend, whom he married.
Lejyon Dönüşü
1957
10.0The story of three brothers working at a construction site in Anatolia.
Ayrılan Yollar
1962
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Deli Murat
1969
5.0Whilst on a picnic a teacher and her young student accidentally stumble across a murder victim and unwittingly become the target of the murderer.
Horrible Rape
1972
NRRa'na dreams of owning a motor boat. But she can't buy it by fishing and selling the caught fish...
The Lady Wants a Motor Boat
1976
NRRa'na dreams of owning a motor boat. But she can't buy it by fishing and selling the caught fish...
The Lady Wants a Motor Boat
1976
10.0Nuri Kantar lives a happy life with his wife and relatives. He is the chairman of the board of directors of his company. Kuşkonmazoğlu is a member of the board of directors and a partner in the company. Due to a mix-up caused by their similar names, Nuri Kantar is believed to have died. Taking advantage of the situation, Nuri Kantar hides himself to observe what will happen after his death. Kuşkonmazoğlu attempts to defraud the company in Nuri Kantar's absence. When Nuri Kantar, who has been quietly observing the events, emerges, everything will come to light.
Nöri Kantar Ailesi
1975
6.8The abandoned Fosforlu sing and dance in the streets to survive. She run into the once famous singer Kemal, who now is blind and have lost his memory. The two start to perform together. A surgeon enjoying their act offers to help Kemal out of his misery.
They Call Me Fosforlu
1969
8.0No synopsis available yet.
İki Bin Yılın Sevgilisi
1973
6.0Şahin, who works in a factory, lives with his daughter and father. A friend of his dies in an accident at the factory. Believing that the accident was caused by negligence, Şahin blames the factory management. As a result, he falls out with his bosses and quits his job. He searches for work for a long time but cannot find any. During this time, his daughter falls ill. He needs money for her treatment. Eventually, he starts working as a truck driver for a company. Through this job, Şahin finds himself caught up in a drug ring.
Haşhaş
1975
6.3An example of social realism in Turkish cinema, the story follows a bus driver who takes side of the poor who has been exploited by a rich man with the promise of making new apartments for them.
Otobüs Yolcuları
1961
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Sahipsizler
1974
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Aşkım Günahımdır
1968
7.0No synopsis available yet.
Sahtekar
1972
7.0The film tells the story of Yusuf and Gül, who are planning to get married, and their lives that are turned upside down. Yusuf is a worker at an iron factory. He plans to marry Gül with the money he is owed by the factory. However, his personal accounts do not match those of the factory. To verify the accounts, he obtains the ledger and discovers the corruption taking place. Now both Yusuf and Gül become targets of the factory owners, Remzi and Şevket.
Yiğit Yaralı Olur
1966
6.0Based on a comic novel, this Turkish fantasy movie shows some resemblance to Casper.
Cici Can
1963
8.0Murat, the son of a police officer, grows up with the support of Commissioner Kemal after his father's death. Years later, Murat, now a mafia boss, and Kemal's paths cross again. Kemal is constantly conducting operations to put an end to the mafia's activities. The mafia believes that the solution is to kill Kemal. However, Kemal is Murat's childhood friend. This causes a split within the mafia. Murat is forced to protect Kemal from the mafia. Kemal, on the other hand, finds himself torn between doing his job and protecting a criminal.
İki Kızgın Adam
1976
8.0The film tells the story of a man who fights against arms smugglers. Orhan is the general manager of a shipping company. One day, Orhan receives a tip-off via radio. The company's ships are being used for arms smuggling. Upon receiving the tip, Orhan attempts to inspect the cargo on the ships but is lost at sea in an explosion. Orhan, who was washed ashore in the Aegean Sea, is rescued by Ayfer. Upon returning to Istanbul, Orhan's brother is killed by a bomb placed in his car. As a result, Orhan takes action and becomes embroiled in a difficult struggle.
Yılan Soyu
1969