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Beyond the Hill

2012 1h 34m Drama List
Reviews 57% Audience Score Fewer than 50 Ratings
When people from the other side of the mountain invade the territory of a farming family, the family patriarch tries to unite his clan and fight back. Read More Read Less

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Ben Sachs Chicago Reader With its stunning Anatolian landscapes, arty photography, and pregnant silences, this debut feature by writer-director Emin Alper initially recalls the work of Nuri Bilge Ceylan. Sep 12, 2013 Full Review Alissa Simon Variety An eye-catching parable about scapegoating and the multitude of sins it covers. May 9, 2013 Full Review Deborah Young Hollywood Reporter Finely wrought and acted psychological drama cleverly plays on the repressed violence and projections of a Turkish family on holiday. May 9, 2013 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member An archetypal story with biblical elements and great photography but I couldn't help the feeling that something is missing. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/22/23 Full Review Audience Member A pretty slow burner, not filled with action but many neat shots. A world far, far away from my own - goats, outdoor camping, deserted nature and primitive lifestyles makes it more interesting. This film had a lot of potential, but it's a bit flat and never grips me. There are probably some parallels or hidden meanings here that I don't get. It reminded me of the amazing "Once Upon a Time in Anatolia" at times, but this debut film is no way near that caliber yet, but the director may got what it takes. Emin Alper just needs to make this, rather good story, more interesting, he's got the visual stuff on lock so he is a man to look out for. I recently saw another 2012 film with almost the same translated title, Mungiu's "Beyond the Hills". They must not be mixed though, the other flick was far better for me. 5,5 out of 10 triggers pulled. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/17/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When people from the other side of the mountain invade the territory of a farming family, the family patriarch tries to unite his clan and fight back.
Director
Emin Alper, Ali Ayyildiz
Producer
Emin Alper, Enis Kostepen, Nikos Moutselos, Seyfi Teoman
Screenwriter
Emin Alper, Emin Alper
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Turkish
Runtime
1h 34m