Beyond the Nights

Beyond the Nights

1960 · 112 min · ★ 7.8 · Crime, Drama

Seven friends living in the same neighborhood with different aims form a gang to rob gas stations in pursuit of their shared desire for money. The film serves as a critique of the socio-economic situation of Türkiye and the approach to the "American Dream" in the period of time before May 27th.

Directed by Metin Erksan · Written by Metin Erksan

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