Screening:
Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus]
Salt Galata
November 15, 2017 19.00
Still from Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus] (2015) ©Mert Gökalp
SALT Galata, Auditorium
Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus] (2015)
Director: Mert Gökalp
63 minutes
Turkish; English subtitles
In recent years, the Bosphorus has been witnessing less of its famous inhabitants in action. Through thoughtful narrative and vibrant underwater footage, Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus] (2015) draws attention to the next specie destined to fall in line: The much adored bluefish, a legendary symbol of Istanbul… Based on interviews with fishermen, activists and local residents, director Mert Gökalp uncovers an endearing fish story with unique sensitivity.
A short Q&A (in Turkish) with director Gökalp and members of the crew will take place following the screening. Program is free. Reservations are not accepted.
Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus] (2015)
Director: Mert Gökalp
63 minutes
Turkish; English subtitles
In recent years, the Bosphorus has been witnessing less of its famous inhabitants in action. Through thoughtful narrative and vibrant underwater footage, Lüfer - Boğazın Prensi [Bluefish - Prince of the Bosphorus] (2015) draws attention to the next specie destined to fall in line: The much adored bluefish, a legendary symbol of Istanbul… Based on interviews with fishermen, activists and local residents, director Mert Gökalp uncovers an endearing fish story with unique sensitivity.
A short Q&A (in Turkish) with director Gökalp and members of the crew will take place following the screening. Program is free. Reservations are not accepted.
