7.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Dilan (1987)
Dilan (1987)
Overview
Based on a well-known Turkish novel, Dilan narrates the story of a peasant woman who decides to avenge the murder of her lover. In a remote village in Southeastern Turkey, two men are in love with beautiful Dilan: the rich Paso and the poor but brave Mirkan. When Dilan chooses Mirkan, Paso has the youth killed by one of his men. Dilan marries Paso, but she murders him on their wedding night and runs away to the mountains. A tragic love story as well as a realistic portrait of the existence of the rural people of Anatolia, Dilan was shown at several international film festivals, including Cannes, Venice and Berlin.
Starring Cast
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Not Rated
Political: Not Rated
Diversity: Not Rated
Islam: Negative
Viewer Rating
7.5
Overview
Based on a well-known Turkish novel, Dilan narrates the story of a peasant woman who decides to avenge the murder of her lover. In a remote village in Southeastern Turkey, two men are in love with beautiful Dilan: the rich Paso and the poor but brave Mirkan. When Dilan chooses Mirkan, Paso has the youth killed by one of his men. Dilan marries Paso, but she murders him on their wedding night and runs away to the mountains. A tragic love story as well as a realistic portrait of the existence of the rural people of Anatolia, Dilan was shown at several international film festivals, including Cannes, Venice and Berlin.
Starring Cast
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Not Rated
Primary
Information regarding the plot, themes, or narrative content of "Dilan, 1987" is not available in the provided details, making it impossible to assess any political bias.
Due to the absence of detailed plot information, character descriptions, and specific cultural context regarding casting norms for this 1987 Turkish film, a comprehensive evaluation of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion characteristics cannot be accurately performed.
Secondary
The film portrays traditional, patriarchal interpretations of Islam as a foundational element of the oppressive societal structures that lead to the protagonist Dilan's suffering, including forced marriage and limited autonomy. The narrative critiques these religiously-justified practices without offering a significant counterbalancing positive portrayal of the faith.
The film "Dilan, 1987" centers on a heterosexual love story facing traditional societal obstacles and family feuds. Based on available plot summaries and thematic analyses, there is no indication or information suggesting the presence of LGBTQ+ characters or themes within the narrative.
There is currently not enough information available to assess the film's portrayal of transsexual characters or themes. No specific plot points or character arcs related to transsexual identity could be identified from the provided details or general knowledge about the film.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Without information on the source material, such as whether the film is an adaptation, biopic, or reboot, it's impossible to determine if any character's gender deviates from a pre-established canon or historical record.
There is no information provided regarding source material, character origins, or established racial identities for "Dilan, 1987." Without this baseline, it is impossible to determine if any character's race was changed from a prior depiction.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.7
9.3
Critic Ratings
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