Talihli amele 1980

A depiction of social satire, Talihli Amele [The Lucky Worker] (1980) shows the transformation of a young man who immigrated to Istanbul to provide a better life for his family. With hopes to become a successful mason, he suddenly finds himself the star of a TV commercial. Drawing attention to the rising consumerism culture and its effects on individuals in Turkey, the film was allowed to be shown with a State Council verdict.

Cast:

İlyas Salman
Mehmet Ali 

Hümeyra
 

Metin Serezli
 

Zerrin Doğan
 

Aliye Uzunatağan
 

İsmet Ay
 

• Mehmet Ali Harikalar Diyarında