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She's a superstar. He's a shutterbug with a shattered psyche. Smile for the camera... forever.
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10

Arzu (1985)

obsessive lovevintage Turkish pulpglamour meets grime

Overview

DramaThriller

The film tells the story of a woman who works as a fashion model and a photographer who is obsessed with her. Arzu is one of the country's leading fashion models. Thanks to the commercials and films she has starred in, Arzu's star is rising, and she and her boyfriend Tan make plans to take a vacation to relax for a while. Unbeknownst to her, she is in serious danger. This danger is a photographer named Cezmi, who has become obsessed with Arzu. However, Arzu's indifferent attitude is enough to drive Cezmi to the brink of madness. Unable to receive the attention he desires, Cezmi will stop at nothing to seek revenge on Arzu.

Flag of TRTRTurkish
Content warning
celebrity dehumanizationmale entitlementpublic image vs private terror

Standout Aspects

Acting

Banu Alkan's detached diva energy.

Direction

Şahin Gök's voyeuristic gaze mirroring obsession.

Costume

Peak 1985 Turkish glamour excess.

Best for:Solo: Late-night Turkish thriller deep dive.·Rewatch: Spotting 80s Istanbul fashion disasters.
Heads up:Disturbing: Stalking behavior normalized as romantic pursuit.
Şahin Gök

Director

Şahin Gök

ReleasedNov 1, 1985
0
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitymedium
Tonedark
Feelheavy

Top Cast

Banu Alkan

Banu Alkan

Arzu

Tolga Savacı

Tolga Savacı

Cezmi

Yusuf Sezgin

Yusuf Sezgin

Tan

Tahsin Koray

Tahsin Koray

Ekrem Dümer

Ekrem Dümer

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Banu Alkan was Turkey's biggest sex symbol in the 80s, making this her 'too famous to be safe' meta-moment.

Cultural

Şahin Gök directed numerous Turkish exploitation films; this represents the era's uncomfortable blend of glamour and misogyny.

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