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Simulacra (2001): Cast

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Simulacra is a 2001 short film directed by İlker Canikligil, starring Yonca Ertürk, Kaan Şensoy and Ceyhun Canikligil. It runs 13 minutes.

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Simulacra (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
13 min
Original language
Turkish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Simulacra About?

The premise of Simulacra without spoilers.

Completed amid Turkey’s 2001 economic crisis, this short draws on the visual and philosophical tones of Pi and The Matrix. It follows a man whose senses, perception and grip on reality begin to unravel, creating a tense, mind‑bending narrative. To date it remains one of only two Turkish shorts to win an award at the Clermont‑Ferrand Film Festival.

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Cast & crew

Simulacra Cast

Yonca Ertürk leads the cast, with Kaan Şensoy and Ceyhun Canikligil. Directed by İlker Canikligil; 5 actors are credited in all.

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More from İlker Canikligil

More films directed by İlker Canikligil: The Rain in Spain, Allegretto and The Box.

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FAQ

Simulacra FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Simulacra, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Simulacra?

Simulacra runs 13 minutes.

When was Simulacra released?

Simulacra was released on October 26, 2001.

Who directed Simulacra?

Simulacra was directed by İlker Canikligil.

More films by İlker Canikligil

Who is in the cast of Simulacra?

Simulacra stars Yonca Ertürk, Kaan Şensoy and Ceyhun Canikligil, among 5 credited actors.

Does Simulacra have a post-credit scene?

No. Simulacra has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Simulacra in?

The original language of Simulacra is Turkish.

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