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The film tells the tragicomic story of Burhan, who lives with his elderly sister Nebahat and spends his time losing money gambling. It takes place in an atmosphere where fake identities abound and swindlers who have been swindled themselves attempt to walk a tightrope. In this environment, which resembles a masked ball, the film's protagonists are trying to "outwit the devil."

Ümit, who lives in a poor neighborhood, makes a living by singing on the streets. One day, at his son's circumcision ceremony, he runs into his wife Necla, whom he separated from years ago. The couple separated years ago due to a misunderstanding. Ümit is still angry with his wife. Necla, however, decides to seek custody of their son, Murat. With her father's help, she wins the custody case. Murat takes the opportunity to run away to his father's side. However, Necla's fiancé sets a trap to put an end to the situation and has Ümit sent to prison.

Ferdi is released from prison after serving his sentence. His rivals are waiting for him in the small town where he lives. During his sentence, a woman named Selma moves to the same small town. Selma works as an oriental dancer in a bar to support her child's education. However, Selma's presence causes a stir in the peaceful town. It is revealed that Ferdi's rivals are the cause of the conflict, and having mutual enemies brings Selma and Ferdi together.

When their father is killed in a blood feud, Yusuf and Kenan, two shepherd boys, flee to Istanbul in search of their uncle. They become involved with the streetboys, and Yusuf turns to crime although Kenan wants to learn a trade.

A depiction of social satire, Talihli Amele [The Lucky Worker] (1980) shows the transformation of a young man who immigrated to Istanbul to provide a better life for his family. With hopes to become a successful mason, he suddenly finds himself the star of a TV commercial. Drawing attention to the rising consumerism culture and its effects on individuals in Turkey, the film was allowed to be shown with a State Council verdict.

Set in Burgazada, the story follows barber Dimitri and retired civil servant Ali Rıza Efendi, who struggles to make ends meet with his family during his retirement years. The story revolves around Melek, Ali Rıza's daughter, and her life as a hairdresser. The film is a drama that connects the characters from two separate stories in a third story.