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Movie poster: Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (2011)
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Once Upon a Time in Anatolia

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2011 · 163 min Drama Crime
7.5 / 10 · TMDB

A group of men lead a search for a victim of a murder to whom a suspect named Kenan and his mentally challenged brother confessed. However, the search is proving more difficult than expected as Kenan is fuzzy as to the body's location. As the group continues looking and the night begins dragging on, its members can't help but chat with each other about everyday life, as the conversations turn more and more serious, revealing their deeper secrets and profound stories.

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Original Title Bir Zamanlar Anadolu'da
Year 2011
Country Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey
Genre Drama, Crime
Director Nuri Bilge Ceylan
Runtime 163 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.5/10 (534 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Nuri Bilge Ceylan

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

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