We Called Him the Ugly King movie poster

We Called Him the Ugly King

January 1, 1987

Originally released in 1987. We Called Him the Ugly King is a documentary film. directed by Claude Weisz.

Starring Yılmaz Güney, Fatoş Güney, and Tarık Akan

Synopsis

A mockumentary about Turkey-based Kurdish film director, scenarist, novelist, and actor Yilmaz Güney, shot three years after the filmmaker's death. It's also a political portrait of 20th century Turkey.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1987 39 years ago
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Language TR Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is We Called Him the Ugly King about?

A mockumentary about Turkey-based Kurdish film director, scenarist, novelist, and actor Yilmaz Güney, shot three years after the filmmaker's death. It's also a political portrait of 20th century T...

Who directed We Called Him the Ugly King?

We Called Him the Ugly King was directed by Claude Weisz.

When was We Called Him the Ugly King released?

We Called Him the Ugly King was released on January 1, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in We Called Him the Ugly King?

The main cast of We Called Him the Ugly King includes Yılmaz Güney, Fatoş Güney, Tarık Akan, Kerim Afşar, Sevda Aktolga.