A grieving husband, whose wife and daughter died in a tragic airplane hijacking, takes matters into his own hands and seeks revenge against the perpetrators. Along the way, he uncovers a web of conspiracy and corruption that goes beyond the hijacking itself.
Join Michael Palin on his epic journey from the North Pole to the South Pole, exploring diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and encountering unique experiences.
Once Upon a Time in Cyprus is a captivating TV show that takes place in Cyprus, exploring the action-packed events and dramatic stories surrounding the Turkish history, EOKA, and the Cyprus War. The series also delves into the ongoing conflict between the Greek War Crime and the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus. Get ready for an immersive journey into the history and struggles of Cyprus.
Vizontele tells the story of a village in Anatolia in the year 1974, where the arrival of a television affects the lives of the villagers. The movie portrays the culture clash between the traditional way of life and the introduction of modern technology. It explores themes of family relationships, politics, religion, and the complexities of rural life.
A man visiting Cyprus to investigate the death of his brother is drawn into a strange conspiracy.
Othello, a respected general, falls victim to the manipulations of his ensign, Iago, who plants seeds of doubt and jealousy in his mind, leading to the tragic downfall of Othello and his innocent wife, Desdemona.
In 'Smuggling Hendrix', a man named Yiannis faces a predicament when his ex-girlfriend leaves her dog Hendrix with him as she travels to the other side of the divided island of Cyprus. Unable to bring the dog back due to restrictions, Yiannis decides to smuggle the dog across the border. This leads him into a series of comedic and dramatic situations as he navigates the complicated political landscape and tries to keep Hendrix safe.
Halam Geldi follows the story of a teenage girl in Cyprus who is forced into an arranged marriage by her domineering father. As she struggles to come to terms with her impending marriage, she also grapples with issues of tradition, intermarriage, and the impact of the Greco-Turkish War. Along the way, she discovers the importance of friendship and the strength to escape the confines of her oppressive situation.
Maskeli Beşler: Kıbrıs is a comedy movie where a group of comedians embarks on a gambling adventure in Cyprus. It is set in the 2000s and showcases the comedic talents of a comedy team.
The Long Way Home (1997) is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the tumultuous events during the British Mandate for Palestine, post-World War II. The film highlights the Jewish migration, the Jewish-Arab conflict, and the creation of the state of Israel in 1948. It delves into the struggles faced by Holocaust survivors, the establishment of internment camps, and the challenges of Jewish refugees. The documentary sheds light on the various factors that influenced this historical period, including colonialism, bigotry, and the struggle for self-determination in the Middle East.
The Ghost of Peter Sellers is a documentary that delves into the troubled production of a film directed by a Hungarian immigrant. It is a film-within-a-film that tells the story of an eccentric man and his failed expectations. The documentary features interviews, photographs, and readings from the old man's photo album and provides a fascinating insight into the reunion of the cast and crew.
Even without the benefit of sound, the 1922 German adaptation of Othello seems more operatic than Shakespearean. This may be due to the casting of Emil Jannings, to whom restraint and subtlety were strangers. Werner Krauss, of Cabinet of Dr. Caligari fame, is on hand as the duplicitous Iago. Appearing as the unfortunate Desdemona is Lea Von Lenkeffy, better known as Lya de Putti. Produced on an elaborate scale, Othello may not be true to the letter of Shakespeare, but is undeniably a smorgasbord of visual delights.
This story of love and espionage focuses on political turmoil as a small nation struggles to free itself from colonial rule, and one man tries to serve both justice and his own heart.
This epic Spanish biopic chronicles the life of Cervantes, Spain's great novelist, playwright and poet, during the 16th-century, when as a young man he goes to Italy to become a soldier for the Pope. Later he helps the Pope's emissary wage war against the Spanish Moors. His exploits win him great favor. He falls in love with a famous Italian courtesan and she with him. Unfortunately, the Pope splits them apart with his newest decree which demands that all prostitutes leave the city. Upset, Cervantes goes to fight in the famed sea battle of Lepanto and comes back a hero. Later he is captured by Barbary pirates and ransomed by Trinitarian friars.
When Orestes returns to his Greek island homeland after several years in London to settle his late father's estate, he begins an affair with Elena, who is married to his childhood friend Yanni. Their adultery soon leads to violence and tragedy.
After their father's death, a group of friends inherits a company along with a golden password case. They must navigate through comedic and chaotic situations in order to protect their inheritance. Their journey takes them to Cyprus, where they encounter unexpected obstacles and must solve a hospital endoscopy case.
Two sisters have lost their father during the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974. When they learn that there are chances he might be still alive, they travel to Turkey to search for him.
In a seemingly idyllic Cypriot village, twelve-year-old Socrates finds himself in the centre of a murder investigation that exposes a dark family secret and changes his life forever.
NOTHING IS TRUER THAN TRUTH is a feature length documentary about Edward de Vere, Seventeenth Earl of Oxford, A-list party boy on the continental circuit, who spent a year and a half in Venice and traveling in Europe, learning about commedia dell'arte and collecting the experiences that would become the Shakespeare plays. Shot in Venice, Verona, Mantua, Padua, and Brenta, the film ventures to actual sites De Vere visited in 1575-76, including the settings for THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, OTHELLO, ROMEO & JULIET, and TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA. The film features renowned Shakespeare scholars, actors, and directors, including Sir Derek Jacobi, Mark Rylance, Tina Packer, and Diane Paulus, and argues that De Vere's bisexuality is the reason for the pseudonym Shake-speare.