Talihli Amele

A depiction of social satire, Talihli Amele [The Lucky Worker] (1980) shows the transformation of a young man who immigrated to Istanbul to provide a better life for his family. With hopes to become a successful mason, he suddenly finds himself the star of a TV commercial. Drawing attention to the rising consumerism culture and its effects on individuals in Turkey, the film was allowed to be shown with a State Council verdict.

Director: Atıf Yılmaz

Cast: İlyas Salman, Hümeyra, Metin Serezli, Zerrin Doğan, Aliye Uzunatağan, İsmet Ay, Mustafa Alabora, Erdal Özyağcılar

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.