The Fountain
Separated by status, united by a promise—a tragic tale of love and longing.
- Temel Gürsu
- 1h 17m
- April 1, 1977 · Turkey
Overview
Ferdi Tayfur's acting debut that launched his incredible fame literally overnight is this classic, emotionally charged story of impossible love constrained by stark class divides. Follows the story of Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur), a humble young man whose father works as a butler on a wealthy landowner's sprawling farm. Growing up, he falls deeply in love with Ceylan (Necla Nazır), the landlord's daughter. The two share a pure love, sealing their bond with a vow by a local fountain built from their childhood memories—pledging to love each other for as long as its water flows. However, Ceylan’s status-conscious father vehemently opposes their relationship, preferring a wealthier prospect for his daughter. This sets off a chain of heartbreaking trials of separation, loyalty, social inequality, and the heavy sorrow of a love fighting against the cruel currents of fate.
Details
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- April 1, 1977
- Original language
- Turkish
- Spoken languages
- Turkish
- Countries
- Turkey
- Production
- Saner Film
- Cast
- Temel Gürsu,Necla Nazır,Erol Taş,Cevdet Arıkan,Erol Tezeren,Lamia Yal,Ferdi Tayfur,Pervin Par,Renan Fosforoğlu
- Director
- Temel Gürsu
- Writer
- Hulki Saner
- Producer
- Hulki Saner
- Cinematography
- Muzaffer Turan
- Budget
- Not recorded
- Revenue
- Not recorded
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