The Messenger
2008 · Movie · 109 min · ★ 5.7 · 85% critics
In a place where time seems to stand still, a weary traveler arrives in an unnamed village in an unknown location. As a messenger, they carry stories and words meant to be shared, stirring curiosity and reflection among those they meet.
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Details
- Original title
- Ulak
- Years
- 2008
- Release date
- 2008-01-25
- Language
- TR
- Runtime
- 109 min
- Max quality
- HD
- Critic score
- 85/100
- TMDB rating
- 5.7/10 (38 votes)
About
You may enjoy this if you like quiet, mysterious stories built around mood and meaning, similar to Times and Winds or The Gift; Not for you if you want fast action, clear answers, or a plot-driven ride.
Pros: mysterious setting; reflective storytelling; simple, poetic tone | Cons: minimal plot momentum; vague details; slow pacing
Cast & crew
Çetin Tekindor
as Zekeriya
Hümeyra
as Meryem / Rabia
Şerif Sezer
as Esma
Yetkin Dikinciler
as Adem
Kaya Akkaya
as Ömer / Yunus
Melis Birkan
as Emine / Ümmü
Feride Çetin
as Havva
Şener Kökkaya
as Kahveci Dursun
Mahir İpek
as İkram
Zuhal Gencer
as Cemile
Directed by Çağan Irmak