Cars of the Revolution (2008)
A gripping Turkish drama about engineers racing against time to build their nation's first homegrown automobiles.
Cars of the Revolution - Movie Information
- Original Title: Devrim Arabaları
- Release Year: 2008
- Directed by: Tolga Örnek
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 1h 55m
- Original Language: Turkish
- Spoken Languages: Turkish
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 24, 2008 (Turkey - 7+)
- Production Companies: Ekip Film
- Production Countries: Turkey
Cars of the Revolution - Plot
In the years of military coup, Turkey was unable to produce its own cars. But Pasha believed that Turkish people can produce their own cars so he ordered 2 cars. Gunduz and engineers with him must produce 2 cars in only 130 days!
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Cars of the Revolution - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Tolga Örnek
Main Cast
- Taner Birsel
- Halit Ergenç
- Haluk Bilginer
- Vahide Perçin
- Sait Genay
- Altan Gördüm
- Ali Düşenkalkar
- Seçil Mutlu
- Uğur Polat
- Serhat Tutumluer
Writers
- Murat Dişli
- Tolga Örnek
Producers
- Türker Korkmaz
- Tolga Örnek
Cars of the Revolution - FAQs
Is Cars of the Revolution based on a true story?
Yes, Cars of the Revolution is inspired by real events. In 1961, Turkish engineers were tasked with building the country's first domestically produced automobiles — the Devrim cars — in just 130 days. The project became a landmark moment in Turkish industrial and political history.
What happened to the Devrim cars after the film?
The real Devrim cars were unveiled in 1961 but never went into mass production. One famously ran out of fuel during a presidential demonstration, which contributed to the project's cancellation. Today, the surviving Devrim cars are preserved as national artifacts in Turkey.
Who are the main actors in Cars of the Revolution?
The film features a strong ensemble cast led by Taner Birsel as Gündüz, Halit Ergenç as Uğur, and Haluk Bilginer as Necip. Vahide Perçin, Sait Genay, Altan Gördüm, Ali Düşenkalkar, Seçil Mutlu, Uğur Polat, and Serhat Tutumluer round out the principal cast.
What is Cars of the Revolution about?
Set during a turbulent military era in Turkey, the film follows engineer Gündüz and his team as they attempt the near-impossible: building two cars from scratch in just 130 days. It's a story of national pride, ingenuity, and the human spirit under pressure.
Where can you watch Cars of the Revolution?
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Who directed Cars of the Revolution?
Cars of the Revolution was directed by Tolga Örnek, a Turkish filmmaker known for his work in both documentary and narrative cinema. Örnek also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Murat Dişli and served as a producer on the project.
When was Cars of the Revolution released?
Cars of the Revolution was released in Turkey on October 24, 2008, with a 7+ age rating for Turkish audiences. The release date was symbolically chosen to coincide with Republic Day, Turkey's national holiday celebrating the founding of the republic.
What are some movies similar to Cars of the Revolution?
If you enjoyed Cars of the Revolution, you might also like Front of the Class (2008), Five Minarets in New York (2010), and Bliss (2007). These films share themes of determination, cultural identity, and human perseverance that resonate with the spirit of this Turkish drama.
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