Turkish Passport
"as long as good people are ready to act, evil cannot overcome."
Originally released in 2011. Turkish Passport is a history/documentary film. directed by Burak Arlıel.
Starring Anthony McKinley, Albert Barbouth, and Albert Barbouth
Synopsis
The Turkish Passport tells the story of diplomats posted to Turkish embassies and consulates in several European countries, who saved numerous Jews during the Second World War. Whether they pulled them out of camps or took them off trains that were taking them to concentration camps, the diplomats, in the end, ensured that the Jews, who were Turkish citizens, could return to Turkey and thus be saved. Based on the testimonies of witnesses, who traveled to Istanbul to find safety, the Turkish Passport also uses written historical documents and archive footage to tell this story of rescue and bring to light the events of the time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 21, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (5 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Interfilm Istanbul
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turkish Passport about?
The Turkish Passport tells the story of diplomats posted to Turkish embassies and consulates in several European countries, who saved numerous Jews during the Second World War. Whether they pulled ...
Who directed Turkish Passport?
Turkish Passport was directed by Burak Arlıel.
How long is Turkish Passport?
Turkish Passport has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Turkish Passport released?
Turkish Passport was released on October 21, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Turkish Passport?
The main cast of Turkish Passport includes Anthony McKinley, Albert Barbouth, Albert Barbouth, Cosma Constantin, Eylem Demir.