4th Annual MFAH Houston Turkish Film Festival: The Cats of Istanbul

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston presents the 4th Annual MFAH Turkish Film Festival September 29 through October 2. The 4th Houston Turkish Film Festival showcases new films that have entertained and intrigued audiences worldwide.

Special guests include Kaan Müjdeci, director of Sivas, a film about an Anatolian boy and his dog; and Tolga Karaçelik, director of Ivy, a character study about men stranded at sea. Anyone who knows Istanbul will be charmed by another festival selection, The Cats of Istanbul.

The Cats of Istanbul
Director Ceyda Torun
Released 2016
Language in Turkish with English subtitles
Country Turkey
Running Time 80 minutes
Format DCP, Color
Website http://www.kedifilm.com/

A documentary about what it’s like to be a Cat in Istanbul…

Anyone who has visited Istanbul can’t help but notice the presence of cats—everywhere!

This charming and colorful new documentary offers a unique tour of the vibrant city from the perspective of its beloved felines and the humans who care for them.

As a travelogue, The Cats of Istanbul guides audiences around the ancient city’s bustling markets, restaurants, and iconic sites. As a celebration of the universal affection for cats, the film introduces a cast of distinctive personalities that prove hard to resist.

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