Paper Lives

2021, Movie, 1h 36min

In the streets of Istanbul, ailing waste warehouse worker Mehmet takes a small boy under his wing and must soon confront his own traumatic childhood.

Country: Turkey

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6.6

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5.7

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Critic Jennifer Green

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This melodrama from Turkey features some great performances, a moving storyline with a surprise ending, and intriguing glimpses of life in Istanbul.

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Critic Pooja Darade

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...a dark and depressing story in a deceptive box of joy. It’s clever writing as it astounds you with the twist in the end.

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Critic Roger Moore

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...introduce us to a fascinating underworld operating in broad daylight of veterans of the carting trade...

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In the heart of Istanbul, a compassionate waste manager named Mehmet takes a young boy under his wing after finding him hidden in a garbage bag. As he strives to reunite the boy with his family, Mehmet is forced to confront his own traumatic childhood memories. Will he be able to help the boy find his way home, while also healing his own emotional wounds?

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You can stream Paper Lives on: Netflix

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Paper Lives was released for streaming on March 12, 2021.