Wellington Turkish Short Film Night 2026 - Show Me Shorts

From intimate dramas to visionary futures, this compelling collection of Turkish short films offers a captivating journey through the country’s rich cinematic storytelling. Featuring a gripping medical mystery, a shadowy animated fable, a stark vision of a climate-ravaged world, an emotionally charged portrait of resilience, and a soulful drama of grief and discovery, these five films blend profound human emotion with bold imagination. An essential showcase for cinephiles and anyone fascinated by the depth and diversity of contemporary Turkey.

This collection is presented in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in NZ.

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1. Tavuk Suyuna Çorba (Chicken Broth Soup), a drama about a doctor who comes across unusual symptoms when examining a man said to have died of a heart attack.

2. Oyun (Game), an animated story about the games played around the world, leaving the future of humanity in the dark.

3. Kota (Quota), a dystopia set in a future where water resources have been depleted due to the climate crisis and governments have imposed strict quotas.

4. Yavru Karinca (Baby Ant), a drama in which tomorrow is an important day; Ayser will pay a visit to her husband in prison.

5. Rehber (The Contact), a drama about Ali who returns to the town he left years ago after the death of his son, and confronts the remains of his son, whom he never knew.

Language: Turkish, with English subtitles

Total run time: 65 minutes

Rating: M - Suitable for mature audiences 16 years and over

Curated in partnership with: Fethiye Film Festival

With thanks to: Esin Özalp Öztürk

Proudly supported by: Embassy of the Republic of Turkey