Kismet movie poster

Kismet

March 27, 2014 0h 58m

Originally released in 2014. Kismet is a documentary film. directed by Nina Maria Pashalidou. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Halit Ergenç, Bergüzar Korel, and Beren Saat

Synopsis

Turkish soap operas have taken the world by storm, conquering the hearts of millions of viewers in the Middle East, North Africa, the Balkans and Asia. With unprecedented access to the industry’s most glamorous actors and creative talent, Kismet unravels the secrets of this phenomenal success that transcends religion and culture. From the lavish production sets of the most popular Turkish soap operas, the film travels to streets and homes in Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Athens, Sofia and Mostar, to discover how these taboo-breaking soaps are helping women across the region to claim their rights and transform their lives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 27, 2014 11 years ago
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Runtime 0h 58m 58 minutes total
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Language EL Original language
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Country Croatia + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EL

Production Companies

  • Forest Troop
  • Anemon Productions
  • ARTE GEIE
  • Al Jazeera Documentary Channel
  • Greek Film Centre
  • Hrvatski Audiovizualni Centar

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kismet about?

Turkish soap operas have taken the world by storm, conquering the hearts of millions of viewers in the Middle East, North Africa, the Balkans and Asia. With unprecedented access to the industry’s...

Who directed Kismet?

Kismet was directed by Nina Maria Pashalidou.

How long is Kismet?

Kismet has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).

When was Kismet released?

Kismet was released on March 27, 2014 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kismet?

The main cast of Kismet includes Halit Ergenç, Bergüzar Korel, Beren Saat, Meryem Uzerli.