Pehlivan
- Drama
With good guidance from director Zeki Okten but an uninspired script, this story of a brother and his Turkish family influenced by old and new traditions is somewhat uneven. Bilal (Tarik Akan) is devoted to the art of wrestling, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, who were both champions at the sport. Aside from his interest in wrestling for its own sake, Bilal has a chance to win a provincial wrestling contest and thereby bring home a considerable cash award for his efforts -- and so his days are spent in training for the event. Meanwhile, his brother and sister-in-law and their daughter have come back home after living in Germany for 12 years and are finding the adjustment to their cultural roots a bumpy ride. As long scenes of well-oiled and slippery wrestlers in action prepare viewers for Bilal's big event, the struggle of these men is reminiscent of the struggle of Bilal's family to come to grips with a world they may not be able to accept unconditionally.
The Wrestler is a 1984 Turkish drama following Bilal, a devoted wrestler carrying on his family's legacy while training for a provincial championship that could secure his family's financial future. Directed by Zeki Okten, the film interweaves Bilal's athletic pursuit with his family's struggle to reconcile traditional Turkish culture and modern life after returning from Germany.
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The Wrestler — frequently asked
When was The Wrestler released?
The Wrestler was released on January 2, 1984.
Who stars in The Wrestler?
Tarik Akan plays the lead role of Bilal, a wrestler devoted to the sport and his family's tradition.
What is The Wrestler about?
The film follows Bilal as he trains for a provincial wrestling contest to win prize money for his family, while his brother's family adjusts to life back in Turkey after 12 years in Germany, exploring themes of tradition versus modernity.
Who directed The Wrestler?
The Wrestler was directed by Zeki Okten.
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