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The Ballad of the Wood (1987): Cast

The Ballad of the Wood (1987) movie poster

The Ballad of the Wood is a 1987 documentary directed by Süha Arın, starring Süreyya Arın as Narrator (voice). It runs 37 minutes.

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The Ballad of the Wood (1987) movie poster
Released
Runtime
37 min
Director
Süha Arın
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Turkish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Ballad of the Wood About?

The premise of The Ballad of the Wood without spoilers.

The film showcases centuries‑old wooden houses of the Western Black Sea, built using the secret “canti” technique passed from father to son and master to apprentice. It features dwellings 100–150 years old and some 300‑year structures, highlighting the historic “dizeme” method and anti‑earthquake construction taught by the remaining craftsmen, whose average age is about 80.

The Ballad of the Wood Themes & Keywords

· 7 tags
  • vernacular architecture
  • black sea
  • craft
  • architecture
  • housing
  • turkey the country
  • anatolia
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Cast & crew

The Ballad of the Wood Cast & Characters

Süreyya Arın plays Narrator (voice) in The Ballad of the Wood. Directed by Süha Arın.

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The Ballad of the Wood FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Ballad of the Wood, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Ballad of the Wood?

The Ballad of the Wood runs 37 minutes.

When was The Ballad of the Wood released?

The Ballad of the Wood was released on October 1, 1987.

Who directed The Ballad of the Wood?

The Ballad of the Wood was directed by Süha Arın.

Who is in the cast of The Ballad of the Wood?

The Ballad of the Wood stars Süreyya Arın as Narrator (voice).

Does The Ballad of the Wood have a post-credit scene?

No. The Ballad of the Wood has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Ballad of the Wood in?

The original language of The Ballad of the Wood is Turkish.

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