Sîyabend û Xecê
Original title: Siyabend and Xece
1991 · 1 h 38 min
Şahin GökCast
Tarık Akan Mine Çayiroglu 
Menderes Samancilar Mesut Çakarli 
Yaman Okay Cemal Gencer
Credits
Written by: Hüseyin Erdem
Plot
The mythological love story of two Kurdish youth.
Sinekatalog’s take
The legendary love story of two Kurdish young people, told as folk myth rather than realism. Its appeal lies in the emotional weight of a tale passed down through generations, with a tragic romantic pull. A fitting choice for viewers interested in Kurdish storytelling and cultural heritage.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 4.1 / 10 (423 votes)
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