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Deep Dive: Hello My Dear (2021)

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Hello My Dear
Hello My Dear revisits Arkadaş Z. Özger’s poem that challenged heteronormativity 50 years ago. The documentary examines Özger's personality, his family dynamics, and his societal interactions, providing a comprehensive view of his life and work. It also addresses his unexpected death three years after the poem's release, creating a narrative that seeks to reconstruct the 'lost' portrait of this important figure in Turkish literature. The film engages with Özger's experiences of otherness and reaches out to his family, friends, and comrades to gather diverse perspectives. By moving beyond official historical narratives, the documentary aims to rediscover the poetics of Özger's work and its impact on Turkish literature and society.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Arkadaş Z. Özger, a pivotal Turkish poet.
  • •Find out about Özger's impact on literature.
  • •See personal stories from Özger's family and friends.

Did You Know

•Arkadaş Z. Özger's controversial poem was published 50 years ago.
•Özger died three years after the release of his poem.
•The documentary has a runtime of 58 minutes.
•The film was directed by Ulaş Tosun.

Perfect For

Turkish literature enthusiastsPoetry loversLGBTQ+ history