Boston Turkish Film Festival

Boston Turkish Arts & Culture Festival 2023 | Documentary and Short Film Competition Nov 17 - Dec 3

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FINALIST

MASTER OF TIME

Zamanın Ustası

zamanin ustasi

Directed by Muhittin Yüceli

Doc. | 17 min. | 2024 | with English subtitles

When Adana's iconic Great Clock Tower broke down in 2014, it was brought back to life by the expertise of Murat Yurtbulmuş. Having been involved in clockmaking since childhood and honing his skills in Germany, Yurtbulmuş shares the challenges of clock repair, his personal memories, and the mysteries of clocks in this documentary. This work not only captures a repair process but also reveals the life story of a passionate craftsman.

Selected Festivals and Awards

  • Adana Golden Boll Film Festival, Short Film Competition, Türkiye (2024): Best Film
  • Denizli Short Film Festival, Short Film Competition, Türkiye (2024): Best Documentary
  • Istanbul Spring Film Festival, Türkiye (2025)
  • Al Dhahirah International Documentary Film Festival, Oman (2025)
  • Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions (2025)
  • Anatolia International Film Festival, Türkiye (2025)
  • TAYF International Short Film Festival, Documentary Competition, Türkiye (2025)
  • NarFest Film Festivali, Ordu, Türkiye (2025)
  • Fotofilm Short Film Festival, International Best First Short Film Competition, Istanbul, Türkiye (2025)

Muhittin YÜCELİ

muhittin yuceliMuhittin Yüceli (Adana, 1982) developed an interest in technical and analytical skills throughout his education and graduated from Niğde University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2003. However, alongside his engineering career, he always had a passion for art and visual storytelling. In 2011, he joined the Adana Amateur Photographers Association, where he was introduced to photography. This association quickly transformed his interest in photography into a passion, leading him to take steps to further develop himself. He received various training and eventually completed a degree in Photography and Camerawork, solidifying his knowledge academically. In 2018, he had his first short film experience as the cinematographer for the short film "Hide and Seek." This project further fueled his desire to create films. He is currently working for a private company and serving on the Board of Directors of the Adana Amateur Photographers Association. He continues to pursue his work in photography and cinema, constantly striving to increase his knowledge.

 


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2025
7:45 p.m.

Goethe-Institut Boston
170 Beacon Street

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