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North (Bakur) is a documentary that focuses on the conflict in the Kurdish region of Turkey, particularly the PKK (Kurdistan Workers' Party). It presents the lives of guerilla fighters in three camps, offering a direct view of their daily lives and motivations. The film captures personal stories that reflect the long-standing war affecting the region and its people.
Through vivid imagery and personal narratives, North provides insight into the fighters' quest for autonomy and recognition within Turkish borders. The documentary emphasizes the complexities of their situation and the impact of decades of conflict on their lives.
Why Watch
- •Meet guerilla fighters in the Kurdish region of Turkey.
- •See the daily lives of PKK members in their camps.
- •Find out about the decades-long conflict in Turkey.
Did You Know
•The film features guerilla fighters from three distinct camps.
•North was directed by Çayan Demirel and released in 2015.
•The documentary has a runtime of 92 minutes.
•It is produced in Turkey and features languages including Kurdish and Turkish.
Perfect For
Kurdish cultureGuerrilla warfareMiddle Eastern politics