The Legend of the Ugly King

Year: 2017

Runtime: 122 mins

Language: German

Documentary

This documentary explores the extraordinary life and legacy of Yilmaz Güney, a Kurdish filmmaker, political dissident, and convicted murderer. Director Hüseyin Tabak examines Güney's visionary work, including the Palme d’Or-winning film Yol, which he directed while imprisoned. The film also details Güney’s life in exile and his untimely death just two years after its creation, highlighting his impact on cinema.

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