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The Land(1952)
Status: Released
Date: 1952-01-01
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Time: 1h 0m
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The film deals with the harsh realities of village life and the problems of landholding The film, in an almost documentary style.
Languages: Turkish.
Countries:
Turkey
Movie: The Land
Top 8 Billed Cast
Nevin Aypar
Faik Coşkun
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Overview
The film deals with the harsh realities of village life and the problems of landholding The film, in an almost documentary style.
Release Date
1952-01-01
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