Crossing
It seems Istanbul is a place where people come to disappear.
Directed by Levan Akin
Produced by French Quarter Film, Adomeit Film
A somber, introspective journey through Istanbul's hidden margins, tracing one woman's search for her lost niece while grappling with displacement, identity, and the possibility of connection.
Lia, a retired teacher from Georgia, learns from her young neighbor, Achi, that her long-lost transgender niece, Tekla, has crossed the border into Turkey. In search of Tekla, Lia travels to Istanbul with the unpredictable Achi, where they explore the hidden depths of the city.
Essence
Ensemble
Like Crossing
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Crossing
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Crossing, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Crossing, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Crossing, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
