Loading movie...
Magic Carpet Ride (2005)
Director: Yılmaz Erdoğan
Cast: Yılmaz Erdoğan, Tolga Çevik, Demet Akbağ, Altan Erkekli
Runtime106 min
Your reaction:
Watchlist:
A struggling, suicidal young comedian meets a car thief who is willing to teach him a few things about his profession.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Magic Carpet Ride (2005), directed by Yılmaz Erdoğan, is a Turkish comedy that received positive reviews from critics. The film follows a struggling, suicidal young comedian who meets a car thief who teaches him about the profession. While specific awards recognition is unknown, the film has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10, indicating favorable audience reception.
Why you might like this:
Magic Carpet Ride, directed by Yılmaz Erdoğan in 2005, offers a unique blend of comedy and social commentary, showcasing the director's signature style and the standout performances of Yılmaz Erdoğan, Tolga Çevik, and Demet Akbağ. This film is a must-see for fans of Turkish cinema who appreciate clever, character-driven stories that explore the challenges of life with both humor and depth.
About
Magic Carpet Ride is a 2005 Turkish comedy film, written and directed by Yılmaz Erdoğan, about a small-time criminal who accidentally recruits a failed comedy Superman impersonator into his gang. The film, which went on nationwide release on 23 December 2005 , is the first Turkish production to be shot in 1:2, 35mm CinemaScope format. The second film, Organize İşler: Sazan Sarmalı, released in 2019.
Read more on Wikipedia →