CAST
CAST
CAST
CAST
HAKAN
DENIS OSTIER was born in Paris, France. He began his acting career in 2019 joining “Acting International” school in Paris. Since 2021, he has played several roles in French, English, and Turkish short films as well as many comedy shows. His rising profile led him to the producers of Exodus. Exodus is his debut feature in a leading role.
HAKAN ARIKAN is a 33-year-old academic who lectures History and Philosophy at Istanbul University. He is vivacious and charismatic. His brave and indigenous articles about the country’s agenda have made him excluded from certain political circles. Hakan finds himself a target and is labeled a “Terrorist”. He finds his whole life, relationships, education, position, and family vulnerable and must put himself in incredible danger to defend himself.
HAKAN
DENIS OSTIER was born in Paris, France. He began his acting career in 2019 joining “Acting International” school in Paris. Since 2021, he has played several roles in French, English, and Turkish short films as well as many comedy shows. His rising profile led him to the producers of Exodus. Exodus is his debut feature in a leading role.
HAKAN ARIKAN is a 33-year-old academic who lectures History and Philosophy at Istanbul University. He is vivacious and charismatic. His brave and indigenous articles about the country’s agenda have made him excluded from certain political circles. Hakan finds himself a target and is labeled a “Terrorist”. He finds his whole life, relationships, education, position, and family vulnerable and must put himself in incredible danger to defend himself.
mehmet
ÜMIT ÜLGEN was born in Turkey. He has recently appeared as Mater Sol Rama in Marvel’s Doctor Strange and as a taxi driver in the award-winning The Night Manager (BBC). As well as acting he has also established himself as a fine art photographer after completing his media production degree course in Devon, University of Plymouth. He has photographed famous actors such as Sir Christopher Lee, Rutger Hauer, Tamer Hassan, Danny Dyer, and other TV personalities. Umit is a keen martial artist, practicing Shotokan karate and Thai boxing.
MEHMET OZDEMIR is a 47-year-old policeman. He is proud of his job and serving his community. A true-blue collar worker. He is compassionate and has strong morals. He is seen as a father figure at the precinct. He grew up in a village in Erzurum, and when he lost his father at a young age, and the guardianship of his crowded family fell on him and his brothers shoulders. As the troubles begin Mehmet is tasked with rounding up state dissidents, however as he begins to question the morality of what he is doing he finds himself at odds with the Police force he vehemently protects. Mehmet finds that he begins to question not only the force he protects but also who he is himself and what he really stands for.
mehmet
ÜMIT ÜLGEN was born in Turkey. He has recently appeared as Mater Sol Rama in Marvel’s Doctor Strange and as a taxi driver in the award-winning The Night Manager (BBC). As well as acting he has also established himself as a fine art photographer after completing his media production degree course in Devon, University of Plymouth. He has photographed famous actors such as Sir Christopher Lee, Rutger Hauer, Tamer Hassan, Danny Dyer, and other TV personalities. Umit is a keen martial artist, practicing Shotokan karate and Thai boxing.
MEHMET OZDEMIR is a 47-year-old policeman. He is proud of his job and serving his community. A true-blue collar worker. He is compassionate and has strong morals. He is seen as a father figure at the precinct. He grew up in a village in Erzurum, and when he lost his father at a young age, and the guardianship of his crowded family fell on him and his brothers shoulders. As the troubles begin Mehmet is tasked with rounding up state dissidents, however as he begins to question the morality of what he is doing he finds himself at odds with the Police force he vehemently protects. Mehmet finds that he begins to question not only the force he protects but also who he is himself and what he really stands for.
nilufer
DILAN DERYA ZEYNILLI was born and raised in Istanbul. During university, she started to receive offers from important Turkish series such as ‘’Fatih’’ and ‘’Kurtlar Vadisi Pusu’’. After she graduated from university she began to play in a daily TV series called ‘’Askin Bedeli’’. Also, she had a role in the movie ‘Not Knowing’, which is directed by award-winning filmmaker Leyla Yilmaz. Exodus is her debut feature in a lead role.
NILUFER BAYRAKTAR is a 30 year old lawyer. She is confident, intelligent and opinionated. She comes from a wealthy background yet spends her time fighting for the causes of those less privileged. Her Dad is a high ranking government general and her mother is an art curator in New York. She is an idealist and is discouraged with what is happening in the country and makes her voice heard which begins to irritate those around her. As Nilufer notices the foundation of her beliefs unfolding in front of her, she is put in an unexpected situation where she may have to defy her own principles for the greater good.
nilufer
DILAN DERYA ZEYNILLI was born and raised in Istanbul. During university, she started to receive offers from important Turkish series such as ‘’Fatih’’ and ‘’Kurtlar Vadisi Pusu’’. After she graduated from university she began to play in a daily TV series called ‘’Askin Bedeli’’. Also, she had a role in the movie ‘Not Knowing’, which is directed by award-winning filmmaker Leyla Yilmaz. Exodus is her debut feature in a lead role.
NILUFER BAYRAKTAR is a 30 year old lawyer. She is confident, intelligent and opinionated. She comes from a wealthy background yet spends her time fighting for the causes of those less privileged. Her Dad is a high ranking government general and her mother is an art curator in New York. She is an idealist and is discouraged with what is happening in the country and makes her voice heard which begins to irritate those around her. As Nilufer notices the foundation of her beliefs unfolding in front of her, she is put in an unexpected situation where she may have to defy her own principles for the greater good.
sahab
DOĞA ÇELIK is an actor who was born and raised in Ankara, Turkey. He is a member of Meisner Studios in NYC, Istanbul and London where he works with other artists on the Meisner technique. After finishing his studies, he continued his career as a professional actor in NYC, where he performed in various Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, and starred in films. His work was featured in NY Times, Variety, Huffington Post, and many other media sources. He has also written short plays. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
SAHAB grew up in a constant state of war. Ever since birth, all he has seen is violence, corruption, and suffering. He is an opportunist who sees the world as a dark, violent, dog-eat-dog environment. He believes that darkness and violence are inevitable in man and therefore he has a survival of the fittest attitude. As an opportunist he realizes he could capitalize on the violence around him by getting involved with human trafficking. He has no allegiance to anyone or any nation. He only looks out for himself and money is his drive. On the outside he can come across charming and witty but there is always a darkness brooding under, which comes hand in hand within the world he operates in.
sahab
DOĞA ÇELIK is an actor who was born and raised in Ankara, Turkey. He is a member of Meisner Studios in NYC, Istanbul and London where he works with other artists on the Meisner technique. After finishing his studies, he continued his career as a professional actor in NYC, where he performed in various Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, and starred in films. His work was featured in NY Times, Variety, Huffington Post, and many other media sources. He has also written short plays. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
SAHAB grew up in a constant state of war. Ever since birth, all he has seen is violence, corruption, and suffering. He is an opportunist who sees the world as a dark, violent, dog-eat-dog environment. He believes that darkness and violence are inevitable in man and therefore he has a survival of the fittest attitude. As an opportunist he realizes he could capitalize on the violence around him by getting involved with human trafficking. He has no allegiance to anyone or any nation. He only looks out for himself and money is his drive. On the outside he can come across charming and witty but there is always a darkness brooding under, which comes hand in hand within the world he operates in.
zelal
SELEN CABEL is a Paris-born, french actress and actor coach. She had done various commercials, and theaters and worked in independent movies in English, French and Turkish. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
ZELAL BOZAN is a 25-year-old Kurdish artist who works hard, is determined, and has strong roots. She has a pro-democratic parents who have made every effort to ensure that all of their children have access to education and ideals. Although her family has lived in rural Turkey for generations and has been involved constantly in conflict for identity and acceptance. Zelal sees herself outwardly looking. Although proud of her culture and identity she wants to explore the world and create a new horizon for herself.
zelal
SELEN CABEL is a Paris-born, french actress and actor coach. She had done various commercials, and theaters and worked in independent movies in English, French and Turkish. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
ZELAL BOZAN is a 25-year-old Kurdish artist who works hard, is determined, and has strong roots. She has a pro-democratic parents who have made every effort to ensure that all of their children have access to education and ideals. Although her family has lived in rural Turkey for generations and has been involved constantly in conflict for identity and acceptance. Zelal sees herself outwardly looking. Although proud of her culture and identity she wants to explore the world and create a new horizon for herself.
havin
AZRA ÇIFTÇI is a London-based actress/model. She recently completed her training at the London college of performing arts. As a model, she has fronted campaigns for many brands as well as walked for London Fashion Week. For the role of Havin, she had to learn a new language. Exodus is her debut feature.
HAVIN’s story is based on many real-life accounts of what Yezidi women have gone through during conflict. While living in her village, she was kidnapped by ISIS militants and imprisoned with other girls, subjected to systematic torture and rape, and kept there for months. Even though she got pregnant, the torture continued, and then one night, risking death she escaped. Upon arriving at her village she finds that her family is no longer there. With nothing left and all hope gone she flees hoping to find a new beginning in new lands, whilst carrying the child who now becomes the only family she has.
havin
AZRA ÇIFTÇI is a London-based actress/model. She recently completed her training at the London college of performing arts. As a model, she has fronted campaigns for many brands as well as walked for London Fashion Week. For the role of Havin, she had to learn a new language. Exodus is her debut feature.
HAVIN’s story is based on many real-life accounts of what Yezidi women have gone through during conflict. While living in her village, she was kidnapped by ISIS militants and imprisoned with other girls, subjected to systematic torture and rape, and kept there for months. Even though she got pregnant, the torture continued, and then one night, risking death she escaped. Upon arriving at her village she finds that her family is no longer there. With nothing left and all hope gone she flees hoping to find a new beginning in new lands, whilst carrying the child who now becomes the only family she has.
yilmaz
MURAT ZEYNILLI is an actor and actor coach based in the UK. He graduated from Müjdat Gezen Art Centre. He played in many theatre plays and TV series in Turkey. Now, he is teaching “Create play-Character and line” at Venus Art Academy. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
YILMAZ KARAKURT is a 33-year-old intelligence officer. He is a proud conservative and extremely patriotic. He believes that the fabric of the country he is so proud of is becoming weak and at risk of losing its very foundation. He believes people like him must fight to protect his nation from those radicals that threaten its fall. He has a grudge with Hakan who he studied with in High school. He has always despised Hakan who would lecture and share his ideals to the impression...
yilmaz
MURAT ZEYNILLI is an actor and actor coach based in the UK. He graduated from Müjdat Gezen Art Centre. He played in many theatre plays and TV series in Turkey. Now, he is teaching “Create play-Character and line” at Venus Art Academy. Exodus is his debut feature in a supporting role.
YILMAZ KARAKURT is a 33-year-old intelligence officer. He is a proud conservative and extremely patriotic. He believes that the fabric of the country he is so proud of is becoming weak and at risk of losing its very foundation. He believes people like him must fight to protect his nation from those radicals that threaten its fall. He has a grudge with Hakan who he studied with in High school. He has always despised Hakan who would lecture and share his ideals to the impression...
nermin
GÜNCE ATEŞ has performed in several major Turkish TV series including “Karadayı”, one of the most popular television shows in Turkey. Günce moved to London where she pursued studies in acting, which included training under the guidance of esteemed directors and at various renowned acting institutions in London. Exodus is her debut feature.
NERMIN is fleeing Turkey in order to be reunited with her husband in France. She makes the difficult journey with her young son Eren. Her only goal is to live a quiet family life and although she can seem naive and passive her strength to fight for a better life is unwavering.
nermin
GÜNCE ATEŞ has performed in several major Turkish TV series including “Karadayı”, one of the most popular television shows in Turkey. Günce moved to London where she pursued studies in acting, which included training under the guidance of esteemed directors and at various renowned acting institutions in London. Exodus is her debut feature.
NERMIN is fleeing Turkey in order to be reunited with her husband in France. She makes the difficult journey with her young son Eren. Her only goal is to live a quiet family life and although she can seem naive and passive her strength to fight for a better life is unwavering.
esra
Gamze has appeared in 4 feature films, including the female leading role in British movie called ‘One Night in Istanbul’ (2014). She has appeared in 5 TV series and more than 20 commercials. She had double law degrees in Istanbul and as well as in Vienna. She can act in German, in English and as well as in Turkish. She studied acting at LISPA in London. She was awarded the Special Jury Award with her video art ‘Breath’, which she designed, played, and directed at the 7th London International Passion for Freedom festival. In 2018, she was selected and nominated for an award with her own video artwork named ‘Rememberance’, at the same festival. These works were exhibited at The Royal Opera Arcade Gallery and Mall Galleries in London. Gamze is also spiritual & shamanic healer and organizes creativity-enhancing workshops for artists and especially for actors.
ESRA OZDEMIR, 32, is a math teacher. She has the perfect idyllic family with Mehmet and their child Yaren. Her whole life is rocked when Mehmet flees leaving her to pick up the pieces. She quickly finds the reality of her life when friends, family, and neighbors turn their back on her. Esra is subjected to an unfathomable situation where she has to look deep inside herself once she realizes the idyllic life she had is no more. She meets Mehmet in a meeting arranged by her friends and is impressed by his character and decides to marry. 3 years after her marriage, their daughter Yaren was born. Despite the difficulties, Esra successfully overcomes all the roles she has acquired in life, thanks to her strong and patient personality, and manages to keep them all in balance. But when life puts her through further trials, will she be able to preserve this equilibrium and unshakeable faith?
esra
Gamze has appeared in 4 feature films, including the female leading role in British movie called ‘One Night in Istanbul’ (2014). She has appeared in 5 TV series and more than 20 commercials. She had double law degrees in Istanbul and as well as in Vienna. She can act in German, in English and as well as in Turkish. She studied acting at LISPA in London. She was awarded the Special Jury Award with her video art ‘Breath’, which she designed, played, and directed at the 7th London International Passion for Freedom festival. In 2018, she was selected and nominated for an award with her own video artwork named ‘Rememberance’, at the same festival. These works were exhibited at The Royal Opera Arcade Gallery and Mall Galleries in London. Gamze is also spiritual & shamanic healer and organizes creativity-enhancing workshops for artists and especially for actors.
ESRA OZDEMIR, 32, is a math teacher. She has the perfect idyllic family with Mehmet and their child Yaren. Her whole life is rocked when Mehmet flees leaving her to pick up the pieces. She quickly finds the reality of her life when friends, family, and neighbors turn their back on her. Esra is subjected to an unfathomable situation where she has to look deep inside herself once she realizes the idyllic life she had is no more. She meets Mehmet in a meeting arranged by her friends and is impressed by his character and decides to marry. 3 years after her marriage, their daughter Yaren was born. Despite the difficulties, Esra successfully overcomes all the roles she has acquired in life, thanks to her strong and patient personality, and manages to keep them all in balance. But when life puts her through further trials, will she be able to preserve this equilibrium and unshakeable faith?
kembo
SAUDIQ BAOKU is a British actor and singer. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria. His family migrated to the United Kingdom when he was just three months old. At the age of 12, he had his first experience performing at the BFI Southbank where he took part in a film project called “The International Face of the Moon”. He studied a two-year HND Performing Arts course at West Thames College followed by a one-year course in Performance and Events Productions at Teesside University. He graduated with an overall grade of 2.1. Exodus is his debut feature.
KEMBO travels illegally from Congo to Turkey in the hopes of reaching Greece to begin a new life. He keeps to himself and rarely engages with people, mostly because of distrust and fear. We can see from his demure that he has seen horrific things and carries the trauma of loss as well as PTSD. He dreams of getting away from violence and heartache and find new peace- ful surroundings and try to make a better life for himself. He forms a friendship with Eren who reminds him that humanity can be wholesome and together they form a bond and hope.
kembo
SAUDIQ BAOKU is a British actor and singer. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria. His family migrated to the United Kingdom when he was just three months old. At the age of 12, he had his first experience performing at the BFI Southbank where he took part in a film project called “The International Face of the Moon”. He studied a two-year HND Performing Arts course at West Thames College followed by a one-year course in Performance and Events Productions at Teesside University. He graduated with an overall grade of 2.1. Exodus is his debut feature.
KEMBO travels illegally from Congo to Turkey in the hopes of reaching Greece to begin a new life. He keeps to himself and rarely engages with people, mostly because of distrust and fear. We can see from his demure that he has seen horrific things and carries the trauma of loss as well as PTSD. He dreams of getting away from violence and heartache and find new peace- ful surroundings and try to make a better life for himself. He forms a friendship with Eren who reminds him that humanity can be wholesome and together they form a bond and hope.
yaren
ALINA YAKOVLEVA was born in Varna, Bulgaria in 2010 and lived there for a year before her family moved to England. She has a huge passion for acting and dancing. She has taken part in musical theaters such as Oliver Twist and Dick Whittington by the company Talentz. She is trained in both classical and contemporary dance. Exodus is her debut feature.
YAREN OZDEMIR is the eleven-year-old daughter of Mehmet and Esra. Having a teacher and policeman as parents Yaren has an inquisitive mind and is mature beyond her years. She is intuitive and confident. Like her mother, she becomes the scapegoat for the civil unrest and her childhood innocence quickly disappears as the whole foundation of her life is taken away. She is left alone and scared and her story shows the harsh reality of children during conflict.
yaren
ALINA YAKOVLEVA was born in Varna, Bulgaria in 2010 and lived there for a year before her family moved to England. She has a huge passion for acting and dancing. She has taken part in musical theaters such as Oliver Twist and Dick Whittington by the company Talentz. She is trained in both classical and contemporary dance. Exodus is her debut feature.
YAREN OZDEMIR is the eleven-year-old daughter of Mehmet and Esra. Having a teacher and policeman as parents Yaren has an inquisitive mind and is mature beyond her years. She is intuitive and confident. Like her mother, she becomes the scapegoat for the civil unrest and her childhood innocence quickly disappears as the whole foundation of her life is taken away. She is left alone and scared and her story shows the harsh reality of children during conflict.
eren
BARBAROS ÖĞÜT is a 10-year-old Turkish-British child actor. He has primarily appeared in advertisements for well-known UK clothing labels, and his career path has led him to the movies. Exodus is his debut in an acting role.
EREN along with his mother Nermin are making the treacherous journey in order to be reunited with his father in France. Eren is put into situations no child should experience and yet his upbeat persona amongst such hardship is endearing as well as heartbreak- ing. Like Yaren it is the innocent that get caught up in conflict and often they don’t have the experience to understand their situation. Eren could be any one of our children and is the face of the shame we should all feel for subjecting children to these situations and then turning a blind eye.
eren
BARBAROS ÖĞÜT is a 10-year-old Turkish-British child actor. He has primarily appeared in advertisements for well-known UK clothing labels, and his career path has led him to the movies. Exodus is his debut in an acting role.
EREN along with his mother Nermin are making the treacherous journey in order to be reunited with his father in France. Eren is put into situations no child should experience and yet his upbeat persona amongst such hardship is endearing as well as heartbreak- ing. Like Yaren it is the innocent that get caught up in conflict and often they don’t have the experience to understand their situation. Eren could be any one of our children and is the face of the shame we should all feel for subjecting children to these situations and then turning a blind eye.
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
Serkan Nihat
He is an award-winning London-based filmmaker working in the British TV & Film industry. He is a technically competent director, experienced at manipulating cameras, lenses and lighting to create strong visual images which aids him within the visceral world of fashion and beauty. Born in Edmonton, North London Serkan’s introduction to cinema was from the Yesilcam silver age of Turkish cinema. Having begun in post-production Serkan was one of foremost assistant editors in the UK having worked on every major UK drama from Spooks, Call the Midwife, Broadchurch, and Taboo. Serkan also oversaw the very first fully tapeless workflow on a drama series (Law & Order). Since then he has specialized in editing trailers and TV spots for many well-known dramas. Since making the transition from editor to director, he has directed campaigns for Barclays, Virgin, Honda and Unilever. In 2018 he won the Cannes Silver Dolphin award and in 2019 was a finalist in the Creative pool industry awards. In 2019 he was awarded an Evcom Award for a Vogue campaign and has since won another three EVCOM awards. His latest short film ‘Apex’ starring Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders) and Tom Weston Jones (Dickensian) won the Cannes Short Film Competition with ‘Best film’ and ‘Audience Award’.He has just completed his first feature film ‘Exodus’ which will be released in 2023. As well as a love for cinema, Serkan is obsessed with Baseball caps, Trainers, Rap Music and Sylvester Stallone Movies.
Serkan Nihat
He is an award-winning London-based filmmaker working in the British TV & Film industry. He is a technically competent director, experienced at manipulating cameras, lenses and lighting to create strong visual images which aids him within the visceral world of fashion and beauty. Born in Edmonton, North London Serkan’s introduction to cinema was from the Yesilcam silver age of Turkish cinema. Having begun in post-production Serkan was one of foremost assistant editors in the UK having worked on every major UK drama from Spooks, Call the Midwife, Broadchurch, and Taboo. Serkan also oversaw the very first fully tapeless workflow on a drama series (Law & Order). Since then he has specialized in editing trailers and TV spots for many well-known dramas. Since making the transition from editor to director, he has directed campaigns for Barclays, Virgin, Honda and Unilever. In 2018 he won the Cannes Silver Dolphin award and in 2019 was a finalist in the Creative pool industry awards. In 2019 he was awarded an Evcom Award for a Vogue campaign and has since won another three EVCOM awards. His latest short film ‘Apex’ starring Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders) and Tom Weston Jones (Dickensian) won the Cannes Short Film Competition with ‘Best film’ and ‘Audience Award’.He has just completed his first feature film ‘Exodus’ which will be released in 2023. As well as a love for cinema, Serkan is obsessed with Baseball caps, Trainers, Rap Music and Sylvester Stallone Movies.
Serkan Nihat
He is an award-winning London-based filmmaker working in the British TV & Film industry. He is a technically competent director, experienced at manipulating cameras, lenses and lighting to create strong visual images which aids him within the visceral world of fashion and beauty. Born in Edmonton, North London Serkan’s introduction to cinema was from the Yesilcam silver age of Turkish cinema. Having begun in post-production Serkan was one of foremost assistant editors in the UK having worked on every major UK drama from Spooks, Call the Midwife, Broadchurch, and Taboo. Serkan also oversaw the very first fully tapeless workflow on a drama series (Law & Order). Since then he has specialized in editing trailers and TV spots for many well-known dramas. Since making the transition from editor to director, he has directed campaigns for Barclays, Virgin, Honda and Unilever. In 2018 he won the Cannes Silver Dolphin award and in 2019 was a finalist in the Creative pool industry awards. In 2019 he was awarded an Evcom Award for a Vogue campaign and has since won another three EVCOM awards. His latest short film ‘Apex’ starring Charlotte Riley (Peaky Blinders) and Tom Weston Jones (Dickensian) won the Cannes Short Film Competition with ‘Best film’ and ‘Audience Award’.He has just completed his first feature film ‘Exodus’ which will be released in 2023. As well as a love for cinema, Serkan is obsessed with Baseball caps, Trainers, Rap Music and Sylvester Stallone Movies.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
EXECUTIVE
PRODUCER
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Murat Kesgin
He brings 30 years of experience in the Turkish television and media industry. Having worked as a manager of three different TV stations he has also over-seen some of the most successful television shows with record ratings which are acclaimed not only in Turkey but all over the globe. The series “Küçük Gelin” (Little Bride) was sold in over twenty territories. He recently also took the role of script writer and producer for the featurefilm ‘Selam’. His career then crossed continents when he worked as a production manager for many Kenyan production companies. Currently, he resides in London, where he works to bring many exciting projects to life. He is the executive producer of EXODUS as well as originating the story from development.
Murat Kesgin
He brings 30 years of experience in the Turkish television and media industry. Having worked as a manager of three different TV stations he has also over-seen some of the most successful television shows with record ratings which are acclaimed not only in Turkey but all over the globe. The series “Küçük Gelin” (Little Bride) was sold in over twenty territories. He recently also took the role of script writer and producer for the featurefilm ‘Selam’. His career then crossed continents when he worked as a production manager for many Kenyan production companies. Currently, he resides in London, where he works to bring many exciting projects to life. He is the executive producer of EXODUS as well as originating the story from development.
Murat Kesgin
He brings 30 years of experience in the Turkish television and media industry. Having worked as a manager of three different TV stations he has also over-seen some of the most successful television shows with record ratings which are acclaimed not only in Turkey but all over the globe. The series “Küçük Gelin” (Little Bride) was sold in over twenty territories. He recently also took the role of script writer and producer for the featurefilm ‘Selam’. His career then crossed continents when he worked as a production manager for many Kenyan production companies. Currently, he resides in London, where he works to bring many exciting projects to life. He is the executive producer of EXODUS as well as originating the story from development.
PRODUCERS
PRODUCERS
PRODUCERS
Ilhan Gökalp
Since the age of 12, a.k.a Eli Hanan has been working within the filmmaking and media industry He has also served as a scriptwriter in several soap operas and theatre plays. After studying Cinematography & Documentary and Factual Filmmaking in the UK, he has worked in many different media outlets. In addition, he was credited as the producer of an International Film Festival winning movie. Furthermore, he has been a senior member of The Broadcasting, Entertainment, Communications and Theatre Union (BECTU) and a Member of Chartered Journalists (MCIJ) since 2006.
Ilhan Gökalp
Since the age of 12, a.k.a Eli Hanan has been working within the filmmaking and media industry He has also served as a scriptwriter in several soap operas and theatre plays. After studying Cinematography & Documentary and Factual Filmmaking in the UK, he has worked in many different media outlets. In addition, he was credited as the producer of an International Film Festival winning movie. Furthermore, he has been a senior member of The Broadcasting, Entertainment, Communications and Theatre Union (BECTU) and a Member of Chartered Journalists (MCIJ) since 2006.
Sıdal Ergüder
A producer and multi award-winning film director from Turkey-based in London. She started her career as a documentary photographer and photojournalist and her photos have been published in well-known art magazines all around the world and exhibited in five continents. After studying journalism, she earned a master’s degree in film direction in Barcelona. Since 2016 she is running Zero Productions Branch in EU and the UK and she worked with clients such as Netflix, Home Office, NHS, UAL and Yoster.
Sıdal Ergüder
A producer and multi award-winning film director from Turkey-based in London. She started her career as a documentary photographer and photojournalist and her photos have been published in well-known art magazines all around the world and exhibited in five continents. After studying journalism, she earned a master’s degree in film direction in Barcelona. Since 2016 she is running Zero Productions Branch in EU and the UK and she worked with clients such as Netflix, Home Office, NHS, UAL and Yoster.
SCRIPTWRITERS
SCRIPTWRITERS
SCRIPTWRITERS
Erkan Çıplak
He is a scriptwriter and lecturer with 22 years of experience. He studied writing and acting at the Performing Arts Center. After his studies, he started to work as an assistant scriptwriter with the famous Kandemir Konduk and Levent Kırca. Since 2000, he is the formal script writer for many Turkish TV series and movies including “The Winter Sun” for Netflix, also “Little Bride” which had significant success locally and internationally..
Erkan Çıplak
He is a scriptwriter and lecturer with 22 years of experience. He studied writing and acting at the Performing Arts Center. After his studies, he started to work as an assistant scriptwriter with the famous Kandemir Konduk and Levent Kırca. Since 2000, he is the formal script writer for many Turkish TV series and movies including “The Winter Sun” for Netflix, also “Little Bride” which had significant success locally and internationally..
Refik Güley
He trained along side many of the technicians of the “Yeşilçam Era,” usually referred to as the “Golden Age of Turkish Cinema History.” He began as an award winning film-maker where he won the prestigious Antalya Film Festival Award. In 1987, he received his degree from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Fine Arts. Between 1987-1994, he worked as an assistant director, acted in various theaters, films and TV series. He has written many television shows including the famous comedy series “Yasemince”, ‘Polis Dosyasi’ and the 400-episode long-running Turkish TV series “Kaynanalar”.
Refik Güley
He trained along side many of the technicians of the “Yeşilçam Era,” usually referred to as the “Golden Age of Turkish Cinema History.” He began as an award winning film-maker where he won the prestigious Antalya Film Festival Award. In 1987, he received his degree from Dokuz Eylul University Faculty of Fine Arts. Between 1987-1994, he worked as an assistant director, acted in various theaters, films and TV series. He has written many television shows including the famous comedy series “Yasemince”, ‘Polis Dosyasi’ and the 400-episode long-running Turkish TV series “Kaynanalar”.
CREW
CREW
CREW
Tom Bryan
CINEMATOGRAPHER
He is an award winning director of photography, working in commercials, documentaries, and short films. He has worked on a huge variety of projects for brands and companies such as Vogue, Burberry, Jaguar LandRover, The Sunday Times, Unilever, The BBC, Deloitte, to name a few, as well as independent short films, and documentaries. Tom also works as an Art Director and Standby Prop on high end TV Dramas and Feature films, which has given him a unique knowledge and insight into a wide variety of shooting situations, observing and supporting some of the most renowned cinematographers in the in- dustry. This enabled Tom to tackle some of the more technical challenges of Exodus with confidence. He is currently working on a TV Pilot for a 6 part televi- sion series directed by Serkan Nihat.
Tom Bryan
CINEMATOGRAPHER
He is an award winning director of photography, working in commercials, documentaries, and short films. He has worked on a huge variety of projects for brands and companies such as Vogue, Burberry, Jaguar LandRover, The Sunday Times, Unilever, The BBC, Deloitte, to name a few, as well as independent short films, and documentaries. Tom also works as an Art Director and Standby Prop on high end TV Dramas and Feature films, which has given him a unique knowledge and insight into a wide variety of shooting situations, observing and supporting some of the most renowned cinematographers in the in- dustry. This enabled Tom to tackle some of the more technical challenges of Exodus with confidence. He is currently working on a TV Pilot for a 6 part televi- sion series directed by Serkan Nihat.
Yavuz Fazlıoğlu
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
He brings 35 years of experince on board. He studied Sculpture at Marma- ra University. Since 1988, he has been working as an Art Director & Produc- tion Designer in many films, TV series and commercials such as “46 Yokolan”, “Behzat Ç. Ankara Yanıyor”, “Direniş Karatay” “Kurtlar Vadisi”, “Gemide”, “Barda” and “Neredesin Firuze”. He continues his works in London, where he settled in 2019.
Yavuz Fazlıoğlu
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
He brings 35 years of experince on board. He studied Sculpture at Marma- ra University. Since 1988, he has been working as an Art Director & Produc- tion Designer in many films, TV series and commercials such as “46 Yokolan”, “Behzat Ç. Ankara Yanıyor”, “Direniş Karatay” “Kurtlar Vadisi”, “Gemide”, “Barda” and “Neredesin Firuze”. He continues his works in London, where he settled in 2019.
Demet Kadızade
COSTUME DESIGNER
A Turkish costume designer currently living in London. Since the beginning of her career, she has styled and organized apparel for numerous feauture films, music videos and TV series in Turkey. Starting her carrier in 2005, on the famous TMC Film Yapın Productions of “Aliye” and “Binbir Gece” and she provid- ed costume designs services for a great number of succesful Turkish films includ- ing “Son Mektup”, “Bol Sans”, “Canavar Gibi”, “Alem-i Cin” and most recently the Cannes Film Festival nominated “The Wild Pear Tree” in 2018.
Demet Kadızade
COSTUME DESIGNER
A Turkish costume designer currently living in London. Since the beginning of her career, she has styled and organized apparel for numerous feauture films, music videos and TV series in Turkey. Starting her carrier in 2005, on the famous TMC Film Yapın Productions of “Aliye” and “Binbir Gece” and she provid- ed costume designs services for a great number of succesful Turkish films includ- ing “Son Mektup”, “Bol Sans”, “Canavar Gibi”, “Alem-i Cin” and most recently the Cannes Film Festival nominated “The Wild Pear Tree” in 2018.
COMPOSERS
COMPOSERS
COMPOSERS
Ender Akay
He brings 30 years of music and engineering experience. He completed his education at The School of Audio Engineering (SAE Wien) in Aus- tria. Besides being an award-winning composer, he has demonstrated remarkable work across many formats and platforms. Ender rose to be- come a prolific sound engineer and designer in the booming 90’s Turkish Pop Music and Film Industry. Since then he has composed music for many films and television. Most recently com- posed the score for Netflix’s “The Club”.
Ender Akay
He brings 30 years of music and engineering experience. He completed his education at The School of Audio Engineering (SAE Wien) in Aus- tria. Besides being an award-winning composer, he has demonstrated remarkable work across many formats and platforms. Ender rose to be- come a prolific sound engineer and designer in the booming 90’s Turkish Pop Music and Film Industry. Since then he has composed music for many films and television. Most recently com- posed the score for Netflix’s “The Club”.
Levent Güneş
As well as composing, Levent is a fully pledged singer. He has been playing music since 1994 when he began with ‘Baglama’ and is skilled in playing many instruments from percussion, and strings to flute. He has an expert understanding of world music and has composed for many films and television shows. He both performs and produces many live events with his company “Karaca Music” as well as continuing music work on “Ben Bu Cihana Sığmazam” TV series.
Levent Güneş
As well as composing, Levent is a fully pledged singer. He has been playing music since 1994 when he began with ‘Baglama’ and is skilled in playing many instruments from percussion, and strings to flute. He has an expert understanding of world music and has composed for many films and television shows. He both performs and produces many live events with his company “Karaca Music” as well as continuing music work on “Ben Bu Cihana Sığmazam” TV series.
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