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The Jackal (2010 film)
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Wikipedia article
'The Jackal' is a 2010 Turkish action film, directed by Erhan Kozan, about a quiet young boy who gradually becomes a criminal nicknamed 'the Jackal'. The film, which went on nationwide general release across Turkey on , premiered in competition at the 47th Antalya "Golden Orange" International Film Festival (October 9 to 14, 2010).
Production
The film was shot on location in Istanbul, Turkey.
Illustrator Korkut Akak, who made the film's storyboard sketches, is to adapt the film into a graphic novel.
Plot
The life of Akn, who lives in one of the poorest neighborhoods in Istanbul, begins to change after his mothers death. He hopes to start a new life with the money he plans to steal from the carpenter's workshop he works at. His girlfriend, Deniz, finds his plan ridiculous and leaves him. Akn then accepts an offer by his friend dris, which leads to a new start in his life. Having nothing to lose, Akn impresses his boss with his fearless and indifferent attitude, but a new life also brings with it a new host of enemies.
Release
Premiere
The film premiered in competition at the 47th Antalya "Golden Orange" International Film Festival (October 9 to 14, 2010).General release
The film opened in 81 screens across Turkey on at number 8 in the Turkish box office with a first weekend gross of US$1,129.See also
* 2010 in film
* Turkish films of 2010
References
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