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Oh, If Only I Were a Child

1988 Movie Drama

Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) is a hardworking nightclub singer raising his young son, Burak (Burak Gülgen), as a single father after losing his wife years earlier. Exhausted by late-night performances and demanding schedules, Ferdi struggles with immense guilt over not being able to dedicate enough time to his son. His life is turned upside down when Burak is involved in a sudden, life-threatening incident. Forced to confront his priorities and the fragile bond with his child, Ferdi undergoes a deeply emotional journey—fighting to protect his son and reshape his world around what truly matters before it is too late.

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Sevda is studying hospitality at a college. As part of the program, students will be sent to different cities across the country for internships. Sevda is among the students who will be sent to Izmir. The students sent to a resort in Izmir will work in different jobs. When the group arrives at the resort, a brief introductory meeting is held with the hotel owner, Mr. Ekrem. Upon hearing Sevda's name, Mr. Ekrem is surprised. However, he refuses to reveal the secret behind his interest in Sevda. Meanwhile, Sevda, who has started working at the hotel, and Bülent, who is working as a captain on a nearby boat, quickly develop a close relationship that turns into love. Meanwhile, Ekrem Bey is heading to Istanbul to uncover an important truth about Sevda's life.

Kader Çıkmazı

1984 Drama
Ölüm Dönemeci poster
FILM

The film tells the story of a man who loses his memory. Murat is a famous and successful racing driver. He also owns a tyre factory. Before participating in the Turkish Rally, Kenan, Murat's cousin, plants a bomb in Murat's car. His aim is to kill Murat and take his fortune. In the accident, Murat's car explodes. As his body is not found, it is assumed that Murat is dead. However, after the accident, Murat has lost his memory and started a new life. But an event he experiences brings him back to his old life.

Ölüm Dönemeci

1972 Adventure
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Upon being released from prison, Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) returns home hoping to put his past behind him and lead a quiet, peaceful life. However, his hometown offers little sanctuary, as local rivals and old enemies are waiting to settle scores. Around the same time, Selma (Necla Nazır), a mother driven by necessity to work as an oriental dancer in a local venue to fund her child's education, arrives in the conservative town. Her line of work creates immediate friction and moral judgment among the locals. When Ferdi's enemies instigate trouble for her as well, Ferdi and Selma find themselves facing common adversaries. Brought together by shared hardship and local hostility, the two form an unexpected bond, supporting one another in a town determined to push them to the margins.

May It Never Be

1982 Drama
I'm Ashamed poster
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Famous singer Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) lives a peaceful, happy life alongside his wife Sevil (Nilgün Akçaoğlu) and young son Cengiz. Their world is suddenly shattered when a vengeful criminal from Ferdi's past named Naci, accompanied by a ruthless gang, breaks into their home and takes the family hostage. Robbed of their assets and trapped by blackmail—having been compromised by the gang's malicious evidence against Sevil—Ferdi and his family are paralyzed, unable to turn to the police for help. Forced to suffer in silence and pretend the nightmare never happened, the family struggles to maintain a normal life while Naci's menacing shadow looms over them, threatening to destroy everything they hold dear.

I'm Ashamed

1984 Drama
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FILM

Following a tragic traffic accident that shatters his life, Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) is overwhelmed by grief and despair. Unable to cope with the pain, he descends into alcoholism, donates all his material wealth, and completely isolates himself from his past. Seeking a quiet escape from his memories, he retreats to a tranquil coastal town to live as a reclusive stranger. His self-imposed solitude begins to break when a young child unexpectedly enters his life. Through their innocent connection and quiet companionship, Ferdi finds a glimmer of hope and a second chance at emotional healing, slowly rekindling his will to live.

I Have A Feeling Inside

1986 Drama
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FILM

Cumali (Ferdi Tayfur), an honest young man from Adana, travels to Istanbul to build a future and falls deeply in love with Neslihan (Serpil Çakmaklı), a night club singer. Eager to begin a life together, Cumali brings her home to Adana to introduce her to his traditional family. Unbeknownst to Cumali, Neslihan shares a dark history with his reckless brother, Tahsin (Yalçın Gülhan), and is using Cumali as a pawn to exact revenge on him. As the family is already crumbling under the weight of Tahsin's crushing gambling debts, Neslihan's sudden presence ignites a devastating firestorm of past secrets, betrayal, and heartbreak that threatens to tear the family apart.

Burned Me

1983 Drama
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FILM

Ferdi Tayfur's acting debut that launched his incredible fame literally overnight is this classic, emotionally charged story of impossible love constrained by stark class divides. Follows the story of Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur), a humble young man whose father works as a butler on a wealthy landowner's sprawling farm. Growing up, he falls deeply in love with Ceylan (Necla Nazır), the landlord's daughter. The two share a pure love, sealing their bond with a vow by a local fountain built from their childhood memories—pledging to love each other for as long as its water flows. However, Ceylan’s status-conscious father vehemently opposes their relationship, preferring a wealthier prospect for his daughter. This sets off a chain of heartbreaking trials of separation, loyalty, social inequality, and the heavy sorrow of a love fighting against the cruel currents of fate.

The Fountain

1977 Drama
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After living and working in Germany for years alongside his father, Ferdi decides to return permanently to his homeland with his bride, Ayten (Çiğdem Akarsu). Upon returning, he reunites with his mother and uncle, expecting a warm homecoming after sending financial support back home for years. Instead, a bitter rift erupts when his uncle (Hüseyin Peyda) realizes Ferdi chose Ayten over marrying his cousin. Rejection turns into dangerous animosity as his disgruntled family members turn against him. When a traumatic crime is committed against Ayten, Ferdi’s fight to build a peaceful new life is shattered—forcing him into a relentless struggle for justice and retribution against those who betrayed him.

I'll Destroy This Misfortune of Mine

1988 Drama
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FILM

Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) works as a dedicated, hard-working musician striving to achieve success and recognition in the bustling music industry while remaining true to his humble roots. When he meets a young woman from a wealthy background, a deep and passionate romance blossoms between them, defying the stark social barriers separating their worlds. However, their happiness is constantly threatened by ambitious rivals and societal pressures designed to break them apart. As Ferdi climbs toward stardom, the emotional toll of fame, misunderstandings, and external interference push their relationship to its absolute breaking point, forcing both lovers to discover whether true affection can survive the glitz and cruelty of the entertainment world.

Even Stars Fall

1983 Drama
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5.8 FILM

The political drama "Zincirbozan" was written by journalist Avni Özgürel, and depicted the period between 1979 and 1983, the most tumultous years in the recent Turkish history. Zincirbozan shows a chronology of the most significant events in this period , such as the assassination of the famous journalist Abdi İpekçi, the escalating terrorism in the run up to the 1980 military coup, the futile attempts of politicians to stop the turmoil and terror on the streets, the military taking over the government, and the exiling of the political figures, and depicts the period with new insights into its less known aspects. The movie is named after the Zincirbozan military complex in the city of Çanakkale, where the leading politicans of the period were interned.

Zincirbozan

2007 Drama

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Cumali (Ferdi Tayfur), an honest young man from Adana, travels to Istanbul to build a future and falls deeply in love with Neslihan (Serpil Çakmaklı), a night club singer. Eager to begin a life together, Cumali brings her home to Adana to introduce her to his traditional family. Unbeknownst to Cumali, Neslihan shares a dark history with his reckless brother, Tahsin (Yalçın Gülhan), and is using Cumali as a pawn to exact revenge on him. As the family is already crumbling under the weight of Tahsin's crushing gambling debts, Neslihan's sudden presence ignites a devastating firestorm of past secrets, betrayal, and heartbreak that threatens to tear the family apart.

Burned Me

1983 Drama

Shares a lead actor · Same director

I'm Ashamed poster
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Famous singer Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) lives a peaceful, happy life alongside his wife Sevil (Nilgün Akçaoğlu) and young son Cengiz. Their world is suddenly shattered when a vengeful criminal from Ferdi's past named Naci, accompanied by a ruthless gang, breaks into their home and takes the family hostage. Robbed of their assets and trapped by blackmail—having been compromised by the gang's malicious evidence against Sevil—Ferdi and his family are paralyzed, unable to turn to the police for help. Forced to suffer in silence and pretend the nightmare never happened, the family struggles to maintain a normal life while Naci's menacing shadow looms over them, threatening to destroy everything they hold dear.

I'm Ashamed

1984 Drama

Shares 2 cast members · Same director

I Have A Feeling Inside poster
71% match FILM

Following a tragic traffic accident that shatters his life, Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) is overwhelmed by grief and despair. Unable to cope with the pain, he descends into alcoholism, donates all his material wealth, and completely isolates himself from his past. Seeking a quiet escape from his memories, he retreats to a tranquil coastal town to live as a reclusive stranger. His self-imposed solitude begins to break when a young child unexpectedly enters his life. Through their innocent connection and quiet companionship, Ferdi finds a glimmer of hope and a second chance at emotional healing, slowly rekindling his will to live.

I Have A Feeling Inside

1986 Drama

Shares 3 cast members

I'll Destroy This Misfortune of Mine poster
71% match FILM

After living and working in Germany for years alongside his father, Ferdi decides to return permanently to his homeland with his bride, Ayten (Çiğdem Akarsu). Upon returning, he reunites with his mother and uncle, expecting a warm homecoming after sending financial support back home for years. Instead, a bitter rift erupts when his uncle (Hüseyin Peyda) realizes Ferdi chose Ayten over marrying his cousin. Rejection turns into dangerous animosity as his disgruntled family members turn against him. When a traumatic crime is committed against Ayten, Ferdi’s fight to build a peaceful new life is shattered—forcing him into a relentless struggle for justice and retribution against those who betrayed him.

I'll Destroy This Misfortune of Mine

1988 Drama

Shares 3 cast members

Even Stars Fall poster
69% match FILM

Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur) works as a dedicated, hard-working musician striving to achieve success and recognition in the bustling music industry while remaining true to his humble roots. When he meets a young woman from a wealthy background, a deep and passionate romance blossoms between them, defying the stark social barriers separating their worlds. However, their happiness is constantly threatened by ambitious rivals and societal pressures designed to break them apart. As Ferdi climbs toward stardom, the emotional toll of fame, misunderstandings, and external interference push their relationship to its absolute breaking point, forcing both lovers to discover whether true affection can survive the glitz and cruelty of the entertainment world.

Even Stars Fall

1983 Drama

Shares 2 cast members · Same director