Speed Cinema Presents: Kedi
Saturday, March 11, 3 p.m.
Speed Art Museum Cinema
Directed by Ceyda Torun
“Splendidly graceful and quietly magical.”—Joe Leydon, Variety
Since the heyday of the Ottoman Empire, thousands of cats have freely roamed all parts of Istanbul, Turkey as if they ruled the city. In a unique situation, many felines are on the spectrum from feral to friendly, choosing how they will interact with the humans who happen to share the city.
It’s this interaction of worlds that is unique as men, women and children respect the autonomy of the cats yet thrive from the interaction. The cats in turn provide companionship, entertainment, and rodent control—all valuable attributes that make them beloved members of society. 2016, Turkey, in Turkish with English subtitles, 80 minutes. Recommended for 13+.
Don’t forget to bring your Speed Art Museum membership card to verify your membership.