REHA ERDEM FILMS WILL BE SCREENED
IN WASHINGTON, DC
September 13-15, 2024 at the National Museum of Asian Art’s Freer Gallery
ATA-DC is excited to announce the Turkish Film Festival, showcasing the works of acclaimed filmmaker Reha Erdem, in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution. The festival will take place from September 13-15, 2024 at the National Museum of Asian Art’s Freer Gallery.
This unique event will offer an opportunity to experience Reha Erdem’s captivating films, known for their stunning depictions of the natural world and profound exploration of human psychology. The Festival will present three of his most impactful films, each followed by an engaging Q&A session with the filmmaker himself.
We are delighted to invite you to join us for this extraordinary cinematic journey. To celebrate the festival’s final screening on Sunday, September 15 at 4:00 PM, we will host a complimentary reception, generously sponsored by Ottoman Taverna.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to mingle with fellow film enthusiasts and enjoy refreshments while reflecting on the festival’s experiences. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing the exceptional artistry of Reha Erdem’s films.
To reserve your free tickets please visit: https://rehaerdem.eventive.org/films
PROGRAM:
Friday, September 13 – Big Big World
7:00 pm–9:10 pm
Freer Gallery of Art
In this haunting, fairytale-like drama, two orphaned siblings escape into forest, living off idyllic but dangerous land.
Saturday, September 14 – Times and Winds
2:00 pm–4:30 pm
Freer Gallery of Art
In this coming-of-age drama, three friends learn sometimes painful lessons and explore the landscapes of their remote mountain village.
Sunday, September 15 – Neandria (Will be followed by a closing reception*)
2:00 pm–4:00 pm
Freer Gallery of Art
An aspiring athlete investigates strange mysteries that threaten her Greek mountain town in Reha Erdem’s latest drama.
*Closing Reception on Sunday: 4:00pm – 5:00pm at Freer Gallery (Sponsored by Ottoman Taverna)
Screenings will take place at:
Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of Art
1100 Independence Ave. SW Washington, DC 20560
Meet the Filmmaker: Reha Erdem
Reha Erdem is a distinguished Turkish director and screenwriter known for his innovative approach to filmmaking. In 2016, he won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice International Film Festival for his film Koca Dünya (“Big Big World”). Erdem’s work is marked by a distinctive blend of keen observation and minimalist storytelling.
Born in Istanbul in 1960, Erdem attended Galatasaray High School before pursuing history at Boğaziçi University. In 1983, he shifted his focus to film, studying at the University of Paris VIII, where he earned a B.A. in Cinema Studies and an M.A. in Plastic Arts. His formative experiences include participating in Ateliers Varan workshops in Paris in 1984, where he was introduced to direct cinema and directed two short documentaries.
Erdem’s debut feature film, A Ay, was released in 1988 as a French-Turkish co-production. He continued to make an impact with films such as Kaç Para Kaç (1999), İnsan Nedir Ki?/Korkuyorum Anne (2004), Beş Vakit (2006), Hayat Var (2008), and Kosmos (2010). His other works include Jin and Şarkı Söyleyen Kadınlar (2013). Erdem has written or co-written all of his films, except for İnsan Nedir Ki?/Korkuyorum Anne, where he was one of the co-writers.
In addition to his feature films, Erdem has directed short films and a theatrical adaptation of Jean Genet’s Les Bonnes. His critical examination of masculinity distinguishes him as a significant voice in contemporary Turkish cinema.
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