Berfin (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2019, Berfin is a drama and war film directed by Özlem Arzeba, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. Berfin is a young female guerrilla who has had to grow fast within Kurdistan war. As she tries to adapt to her new life at mountains peaks, she dives deep in her inner world seeking answers for her past. House raids, non-return leavings, the dead in the village square, the endless whispering of the elders and a mother who left her behind ... Between her losses and the war in her country, Berfin takes the roads to pursue both her memories and her mother. A story of quest, war and longing; love, loss and struggle of a female guerrilla fighter of Kurdistan.
Who’s in it. Berfin stars Dijle Arjîn as Besta (Berfin's Mother), Helen Mihemedî as Berfin's Childhood, Edûle Şahîn as Berfin and Mehmet Kara as Evde, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Berfin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Berfin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Berfin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Berfin (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Berfin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Berfin worth watching?
- Berfin holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Berfin?
- Berfin stars Dijle Arjîn, Helen Mihemedî, Edûle Şahîn, Mehmet Kara and Besna Sevik.
- When was Berfin released?
- Berfin was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.