Yılmaz Güney
Kurdish film director and novelist
Born
April 1st, 1937
88 years ago
Died
September 9th, 1984
41 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Turkey
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A Kurdish film director, scenarist, actor, novelist, and activist, this individual made significant contributions to cinema and literature. Notably, directed the film 'Yol', which received the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1982. Throughout life, engagement in social issues and Kurdish rights shaped the narrative themes in many works. Facing political oppression in Turkey, spent years in prison and lived in exile. Works often depicted the struggles of marginalized people, reflecting personal and societal conflicts. This individual continued to influence filmmakers and activists long after passing away in 1984.
Directed 'Yol', awarded the Palme d'Or
Authored several influential novels
Contributed to Kurdish cinema and culture
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