VOICED: Films offer answer to Kurdish qustion

The video discusses the film 'Breath', a significant Turkish box office success from 2009, set in the 1990s. It portrays young Turkish soldiers facing threats from Kurdish rebels, marking a departure from traditional nationalist narratives. Critics view it as Turkey's first real anti-war film. The film focuses on the soldiers' anxiety rather than glorifying violence. The Kurdish question is also explored through a documentary about a teacher in a Kurdish village, highlighting language and identity issues. Recent Kurdish rebel attacks and political developments are mentioned, with films potentially contributing to addressing these issues.

What is the primary setting of the film 'Breath'?

• The 1990s in southeastern Turkey

• A historical Ottoman palace

• A futuristic city

• Urban Istanbul

How does 'Breath' differ from traditional Turkish films about the conflict?

• It is a comedy

• It focuses on nationalism

• It portrays a romantic story

• It offers an anti-war perspective

What is the main focus of the film 'Breath'?

• The beauty of Turkish landscapes

• The anxiety of young soldiers

• The political strategies of Turkey

• The economic growth of the 1990s

What challenge does the teacher face in the documentary 'On the Way to School'?

• Managing a large classroom

• Communicating with students who don't speak Turkish

• Teaching advanced mathematics

• Teaching in a foreign country

What recent political action has been taken regarding the Kurdish issue?

• The Kurdish language was made official

• The largest pro-Kurdish party was banned

• A peace treaty was signed

• New schools were built in Kurdish areas