description Dry Summer Overview
Dry Summer, originally titled Reflections, is a 1963 Turkish drama exploring conflict over scarce resources. The film portrays Erol Taş’s desperate struggle to secure water rights for his tobacco farm through destructive actions against neighboring landowners. This story highlights tensions within rural Turkey during the 1960s and offers insight into issues of land ownership and survival, primarily appealing to viewers interested in social realism and historical dramas.
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info Dry Summer Specifications
| Country | Turkey |
| Year | 1964 |
help Dry Summer FAQ
What is the Turkish title of Dry Summer?
Dry Summer is the English title of Susuz Yaz, a 1963 Turkish drama. It was directed by Metin Erksan and centers on a conflict over control of water.
What prize did Dry Summer win in Berlin?
Dry Summer won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1964. That made it one of the most internationally recognized Turkish films of its period.
Who are the main actors in Dry Summer?
The film stars Erol Tas, Hulya Kocyigit, and Ulvi Dogan. Their characters are tied into a story of land, desire, water rights, and rural power.
What is the water-rights conflict in Dry Summer?
The plot follows a farmer who tries to control water that neighboring farms need. That practical dispute becomes a moral and sexual power struggle rather than only an agricultural problem.
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