The Enemy movie poster

The Enemy

January 2, 1980 2h 5m 5.0/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1980. The Enemy is a drama film. directed by Zeki Ökten. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Aytaç Arman, Güngör Bayrak, and Ahmet Açan

Synopsis

Ismail (Aytac Arman) is the educated Turk who travels to Asia from Istanbul to escape crushing unemployment in this somber social drama. With an ailing mother-in-law, a bitter wife, and a pretty young daughter to support, he takes a job as a dog killer. Ismail is saddened to see young women his daughter's age forced into prostitution. When he returns home to ask his father and brother for an advance on his inheritance, his wife leaves him. The enemy in question refers to unemployment.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 2, 1980 46 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language TR Original language
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Country Turkey Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TR

Production Companies

  • Güney Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Enemy about?

Ismail (Aytac Arman) is the educated Turk who travels to Asia from Istanbul to escape crushing unemployment in this somber social drama. With an ailing mother-in-law, a bitter wife, and a pretty yo...

Who directed The Enemy?

The Enemy was directed by Zeki Ökten.

How long is The Enemy?

The Enemy has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was The Enemy released?

The Enemy was released on January 2, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Enemy?

The main cast of The Enemy includes Aytaç Arman, Güngör Bayrak, Ahmet Açan, Lütfü Engin, Hüseyin Kutman.