description Sivas Overview
Sivas is a 2014 Turkish drama directed by Kaan Müjdeci. It received the Special Jury Prize at the Venice International Film Festival and was submitted to the Academy Awards as the Turkish entry for Best Foreign Language Film. The film did not ultimately receive a nomination at the awards ceremony.
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info Sivas Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2014 |
help Sivas FAQ
What happens between Aslan and the dog Sivas?
Eleven-year-old Aslan finds Sivas badly injured after an illegal dogfight and nurses him back to health. Their bond gives Aslan status among the village boys, but it also draws him into the same violent culture that hurt the dog.
Is the dogfighting in Sivas central to the film?
Yes. Director Kaan Müjdeci uses the fights and the boys' behavior around them to explore masculinity, power, and violence in rural Turkey. Viewers sensitive to animal peril may find several scenes difficult.
What did Sivas win at the Venice Film Festival?
Sivas received the Special Jury Prize at the 2014 Venice International Film Festival. Young actor Doğan İzci also received the festival's unofficial Bisato d'Oro recognition for his performance.
Was Sivas nominated for an Academy Award?
Turkey submitted Sivas for the foreign-language film category at the 88th Academy Awards. It did not make the final list of nominees.
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