The Dark World

The Dark World

1953 · 60 min · ★ 6.3 · Documentary, Drama

Based on the real life story, the director turned his camera towards the real world of Âşık Veysel, the great poet who wandered around the Anatolian villages.

Directed by Metin Erksan · Written by Bedri Rahmi Eyuboglu

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