Shortcut to Istanbul
Feb 17, 1991 · 43m
Director
Andreas DresenOverview
Spring 1990, Berlin: Young Niyazi of Turkish descent works at McDonald's in West Berlin and wants to return to Istanbul as soon as possible. He has heard from a friend that apartments in the eastern part of the city are much cheaper. If he worked in the west but lived in the east, he would have enough money to leave the country a year earlier. With the aim of settling in with her, he goes on a blind date with Klara, a young woman from East Berlin. However, she immediately thinks about the advantages she could gain from the acquaintance.
Cast of Shortcut to Istanbul
Crew of Shortcut to Istanbul
About Shortcut to Istanbul
What is Shortcut to Istanbul about?
Spring 1990, Berlin: Young Niyazi of Turkish descent works at McDonald's in West Berlin and wants to return to Istanbul as soon as possible. He has heard from a friend that apartments in the eastern part of the city are much cheaper. If he worked in the west but lived in the east, he would have enough money to leave the country a year earlier. With the aim of settling in with her, he goes on a…
When was Shortcut to Istanbul released?
Shortcut to Istanbul was released on February 17, 1991.
How long is Shortcut to Istanbul?
Shortcut to Istanbul runs 43 minutes.
Who directed Shortcut to Istanbul?
Shortcut to Istanbul was directed by Andreas Dresen.
Who is in the cast of Shortcut to Istanbul?
The cast of Shortcut to Istanbul includes Yüksel Yolcu, Jana Mattukat and Susann Thiede.