Movies and TvShows featuring "dervish" theme.

Yunus Emre is a TV show that depicts the life of the 13th-century Turkish poet and Sufi mystic. It explores his journey through Anatolia during the Mongol invasions, his encounters with various figures of the time, and his spiritual quest to spread the message of love and peace. The series showcases the struggles, triumphs, and teachings of Yunus Emre, highlighting his impact on Turkish culture and the Ottoman Empire.

In 16th-century Istanbul, a detective is called to investigate a series of gruesome murders that seem to be connected to a secret religious order. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of intrigue and deceit, leading him to a shocking revelation about the identity of the killer.

Cosmic Sex tells the story of a young boy who experiences a sexual awakening through encounters with an older woman and a transgender prostitute. Set against the backdrop of the Ganges River, the film delves into the complexities of desire and the clash between tradition and modernity.

Junoon is a powerful film that explores themes of love, violence, and race relations during the British colonial era in India. It follows the story of a young woman caught in a love triangle, while her country is in the midst of a battle for independence. The film delves into the complexities of relationships, colonialism, and the impact of violence on individuals and communities.

Hugo Pratt's famous comics adventurer, Corto Maltese while sojourning in Adana, Turkey, discovers a map to the treasure of Cyrus, an ancient king of Persia. To assist him in his quest, he enlists his old friend/nemesis the unbelievable Raspoutine whom he first has to help escape from the prison of Samarkand (aka "La maison dorée de Samarkand", the golden house of Samarkand). On the long and tortured way to the riches, he encounters all kind of interesting characters, soldiers of fortune, lost British actors, and even his doppelgänger.

When the two Werner brothers are called to the front it is not strange that the mother is very solicitous about the younger brother and enjoins the older boy to care for and defend him at all hazards. The English army is transported lo the Soudan and is now encamped in the midst of the activities of the campaign.

Explore the rich tradition of qawwali music and its deep spiritual significance in the cultures of Pakistan and India. Follow the journey of renowned musicians as they bridge the gaps between different communities and delve into the ancient mysteries of this devotional singing form. Discover the profound teachings of qawwali masters and the transformative power of music in this captivating documentary.