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Deep Dive: Translating Ulysses (2023)

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Translating Ulysses
Kawa Nemir, a Kurdish language expert, seeks refuge in Amsterdam after escaping from Turkey. He lives near the Anne Frank House and is working on translating James Joyce's 'Ulysses' into Kurdish. The film follows Kawa's efforts to navigate the complexities of this literary work while addressing his own experiences of displacement and cultural identity. Kawa's translation project is not just a literary endeavor; it symbolizes a quest for belonging and reflects the cultural identity of the Kurdish people. The documentary captures the significance of his work in a broader context, illustrating how literature can serve as a bridge between cultures and a means of expressing one's heritage.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Kawa Nemir, a Kurdish translator in Amsterdam.
  • •Find out how Kawa tackles Joyce's 'Ulysses' in Kurdish.
  • •See the cultural significance of translating classic literature.

Did You Know

•Kawa Nemir is a Kurdish language expert who escaped from Turkey.
•The documentary is directed by Aylin Kuryel and was released in 2023.
•Kawa resides near the historic Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.
•The film has a duration of 71 minutes and was produced in the Netherlands and Turkey.

Perfect For

Kurdish culture enthusiastsLiterary translation fansJames Joyce readers