Balalayka

Balalayka

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Release Date

12/29/2000

Runtime

116 mins

Genres

Overview

On a misty morning, an old bus leaves Batum to go to Istanbul. As the bus stops at various places on the way, Russian women of all ages and professions, each with a unique tale, board. In this bus full of women, there are three Turkish men. Three brothers who have come together after many years to carry their father's last wish.

Status

Released

Original Language

Turkish

Budget

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Revenue

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A journey film where strangers on a bus become witnesses to each other's lives. The film unfolds through intimate conversations and unspoken connections as Russian women and Turkish brothers share a pilgrimage toward resolution.

Mood

MelancholicContemplativeWistful

Themes

FamilyMemoryMigrationGrief

Tone

Tender

Pacing

Meditative

Look

NaturalisticDocumentary-like

Structure

Ensemble

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