Züğürt Ağa
- Drama
- Comedy
The landowner (Agha) of the Haraptar village marries off his old father with the young and beautiful Kiraz. But on the nuptial night, his father dies and everything starts to go bad for the Agha. Due to the long drought and provocations of Kekec Salman (big brother of Kiraz), the peasants steal the crops and run away to Istanbul. Without the peasants and crops, Agha is also forced to sell the village and move to Istanbul. But he cannot keep up with the big city life and consumes all his money and belongings. Agha's wife and relatives leave him during this downfall.
The Broken Landlord is a 1985 Turkish drama-comedy that follows a wealthy landowner whose life unravels after his elderly father's unexpected death on his wedding night. As drought, peasant unrest, and family betrayal force him from his village to Istanbul, the once-powerful Agha discovers he cannot survive in the city without his former status and wealth.
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When was The Broken Landlord released?
The film was released on April 7, 1985.
What is the plot about?
The story follows an Agha (landowner) of Haraptar village whose father dies on his wedding night to a young woman named Kiraz. Facing drought, peasant theft, and manipulation by Kiraz's brother, the Agha loses his village and moves to Istanbul, where he squanders his remaining wealth and is abandoned by his family.
What genres does this film belong to?
The Broken Landlord is a drama-comedy that blends serious themes of social decline with comedic elements.
Is this film still available to watch?
As a 1985 film, availability depends on streaming services, local libraries, or physical media releases in your region. Check your preferred streaming platform for current listings.
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