Love: Mandatory Destination

Love: Mandatory Destination

Sevda Mecburi İstikamet
Directed by: Çagan Irmak

From stardom to fatherhood: the ultimate story of redemption and love.

Turkey
Turkish with Eng Subs
Drama


PLOT : Selim Erensoylu, a former star of Yeşilçam (Turkey’s nostalgic film industry), fell in love with Sevda during a movie shoot, leading to their marriage and the birth of their daughter, Suna. When Suna is diagnosed with autism at age two, Selim, fearing for his career, sends his wife and daughter to live with his mother in Canakkale. Years later, after Sevda's sudden death, Selim steps in to care for the now grown Suna, who communicates through the lens of her camera. To bridge the gap between them, Selim embarks on a journey with Suna to recount their family's story and film a movie together. This trip from Istanbul to Canakkale profoundly impacts both father and daughter.

Çagan Irmak. Turkish director and writer Çağan Irmak began his filmmaking journey after studying at the Faculty of Communications at Ankara University. His 2003 directorial debut, "Waiting for the Clouds," received critical acclaim and launched his successful career. Irmak's work explores love, family dynamics, and societal complexities, resonating with audiences in Turkey and beyond. Notable films include "My Father and My Son" (2005), "Alone" (2008), and "Whisper If I Forget" (2014). Irmak has consistently crafted compelling narratives that touch viewers' hearts, solidifying his reputation as a visionary storyteller in Turkish cinema.

Length 1h 37min
Year 2023


Cast Selçuk Yöntem, Selin Sekerci, Kubilay Aka, Elif Ceren Balikçi, Günay Karacaoglu,

Production Orchestra Content

  • Sun, July 14
    09:15 PM
    Outdoor
    Trinity Cinema, Distillery District
    Toronto

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