Kismet: I zoi san tourkiki sapounopera 2014

Turkish soap operas have taken the world by storm, conquering the hearts of millions of viewers in the Middle East, North Africa, the Balkans and Asia. With unprecedented access to the industry’s most glamorous actors and creative talent, Kismet unravels the secrets of this phenomenal success that transcends religion and culture. From the lavish production sets of the most popular Turkish soap operas, the film travels to streets and homes in Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul, Athens, Sofia and Mostar, to discover how these taboo-breaking soaps are helping women across the region to claim their rights and transform their lives.

Cast:

Halit Ergenç
 

Bergüzar Korel
 

Beren Saat
 

Meryem Uzerli
 

• Kismet: How Turkish Soap Operas Change the World
• Kismet: Η Ζωή σαν Τούρκικη Σαπουνόπερα