The City (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, The City is a documentary film directed by Martin Manz, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Merlyn Solakhan’s feature documentary The City offers an unusual narrative on Istanbul. Solakhan roams every inch of the city, witnessing separate instances of standing stones, balloons, kites, cars, roads, and neighborhoods with her camera, whilst looking into the city’s nature, yesterday and today. The city from her perspective is intertwined with history. An essay film as well as a documentary, The City is a daring gaze on Istanbul. The movie goes beyond observation to working through and reflecting on the city, with no hesitation in bestowing a new image on it and seeing it in a new light.
Who’s in it. The City stars Aygen Baktır, Kahraman Baktır, Nevzat Açıkgöz and Fahri Zeki Güldüren, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The City has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The City page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The City (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The City worth watching?
- The City holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The City?
- The City stars Aygen Baktır, Kahraman Baktır, Nevzat Açıkgöz, Fahri Zeki Güldüren and Duygu Tansı.
- When was The City released?
- The City was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.