Crossing the Bridge: The Sounds of Istanbul (NR)

synopsis

Award-winning director Fatih Akin returns from the success of Head-On with a musical odyssey taking us on a unique journey through Istanbul, looking at the vibrant musical scene which includes traditional Turkish music alongside rock and hip-hop. The film is an absorbing portrait of the city that bridges Europe and Asia and continues the themes raised in Head-On by exploring the musical concept of east-meets-west.