Opening on August 23, 2024, “Ben Babayım” is an emotional and striking film by director Murat Uygur. The film focuses on the romantic and dramatic story of young people and their families who lost their lives as a result of gunshots fired at weddings and military send-offs in Turkey.
Abdullah Aslan wrote the screenplay and starred in the film, while Alper Çakar was the cinematographer and İnan Tat and Zafer Günen composed the music. Experienced actors such as Metin Keçeci, Tülay Bulut, Levent Çakır, Ece Baysal, Bilge Parlak, Ayfer Çalgıcı, Şevki Özcan, Abidin Adıyaman, Jale Ak, Zülfü Hamit Altun, Yüksel Aydın and Rojda Kaya are also in the cast. “Ben Babayım” draws attention as a production that sheds light on the painful realities coming from within the society.
The movie takes place in the mystical atmosphere of Şanlıurfa, in scenes reflecting the contradictions between traditional cultures and modern life. In the background, the tragic and sad stories of young lives cut short by the bullets of bullies are told.
In Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia, guns fired into the air during joyous weddings and military send-offs unfortunately sometimes cause irreversible suffering. “I am a Father” blends these painful realities with romance to present a powerful story to the audience.
At the center of the film is a father who sees his son off to the army. As he witnesses the happiness of his loved ones at the wedding, he also feels deep anxiety and helplessness. He carries the gun in his hand not with joy but with a heartbreaking responsibility. Witnessing the inner world of a father in this emotional process will deeply affect the viewer.
The film offers a thought-provoking experience by addressing not only individual dramas but also conflicts and values within the social structure. Drawing attention to traditions as well as some dangerous practices prevalent in society, “Ben Babayım” aims to mobilize social consciousness.
With the performances of master actors and director Murat Uygur’s striking look, “Ben Babayım” is an emotional production that will deeply affect moviegoers.
Opening on August 23rd in theaters, “Ben Babayım” presents a powerful story from the heart and promises an experience that will be remembered for a long time.