Details from the Unfinished Film About the Life of Kazım Koyuncu

Filming for the movie 'Yarım Kalan' (Unfinished), which brings musician Kazım Koyuncu's life to the silver screen and is directed by Özcan Alper, is continuing at full speed in Artvin and Rize.

Filming Process and Release Date

Directed by Özcan Alper, with Cem Yiğit Üzümoğlu bringing the character of Kazım Koyuncu to life, the film continues with intensive work scheduled until October.

Following the shoots, the team plans to transition into the post-production phase and release the film in theaters on January 1st.

Theme and Scope of the Film

Director Özcan Alper emphasizes that the production is not merely a music biography, but also encompasses a story of youth and searching.

The film aims to bring the main character's journey of finding his own voice and his stance on life to cinema enthusiasts.

Cultural Perceptions and Identity

Kazım Koyuncu's aspects of breaking taboos regarding Black Sea and Laz music are among the focal points of the production.

This significant stance, which changed cultural perceptions, is also extensively processed in the film's script.

Support from the Local Population

Filming continues in the districts of Hopa, Kemalpaşa, and Arhavi in Artvin, as well as the districts of Fındıklı, Pazar, and Çamlıhemşin in Rize.

Director Özcan Alper expresses that the support shown for the film by the local people is very valuable to them.