Set in a small town in the heart of Anatolia, the cradle of civilizations, the film tells the story of people searching for something of vital importance to them... Will these people, some seeking a spouse, some money, some water, and some prestige, find what they are looking for? Filmed entirely with locals and featuring some improvised scenes, the film also holds cinematic significance for director Atalay Taşdiken. "The Search Engine" confronts us with the contemporary manifestation of humanity's endless quest for meaning, offering an ironic comparison between traditional and modern-day search efforts.
Set in a small town in the heart of Anatolia, the cradle of civilizations, the film tells the story of people searching for something of vital importance to them... Will these people, some seeking a spouse, some money, some water, and some prestige, find what they are looking for? Filmed entirely with locals and featuring some improvised scenes, the film also holds cinematic significance for director Atalay Taşdiken. "The Search Engine" confronts us with the contemporary manifestation of humanity's endless quest for meaning, offering an ironic comparison between traditional and modern-day search efforts.
2016-06-03
4.5
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