Yeşim Ustaoğlu
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After making several award-winning shorts in Turkey, Yesim Ustaoğlu made her feature film debut with 1994's 'The Trace' (İz). The film was presented at numerous international festivals, including Moscow and Gotenburg and won the Best Film Award at Istanbul Film Festival. Yesim Ustaoğlu received international recognition for her 1999 film, 'Journey To The Sun' (Güneşe Yolculuk) which competed in Berlinale and received the Blue Angel Award (Best European Film) and the Peace Prize before sweeping the Istanbul Film Festival by winning Best Film, Best Director, the FIPRESCI Prize and the Audience Award. Launching her own production company Ustaoğlu Film in 2003, her third film, 'Waiting for the Clouds' (Bulutları Beklerken) premiered in 2014 Berlinale Panorama and was awarded NHK Sundance - International Film-maker's Award. Ustaoğlu's fourth feature, 'Pandora's Box' (Pandora'nın Kutusu) premiered in Toronto (TIFF) and won Golden Shell for the Best Film and Silver Shell for the Best Actress Award in San Sebastian FF. Her fifth feature 'Somewhere in Between' (Araf, 2012) premiered in Orrizonti section in 69th Venice FF, won Best Film Award in Abu Dhabi FF and Split Mediterranean FF, as well as Best Performance in Moscow, Tokyo and Pune Film Festivals. Her latest film 'Clair Obscur' (Tereddüt).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yeşim Ustaoğlu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Yeşim Ustaoğlu's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yeşim Ustaoğlu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Her First, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Yeşim Ustaoğlu Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yeşim Ustaoğlu's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yeşim Ustaoğlu.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dream Workers | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Her First | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Only Blockbusters Left Alive: Monopolizing Film Distribution in Turkey | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Bir Anı Yakalamak | - | Flop | Similar → |
Yeşim Ustaoğlu - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yeşim Ustaoğlu?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yeşim Ustaoğlu is "Her First" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Yeşim Ustaoğlu acted in?
Yeşim Ustaoğlu has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yeşim Ustaoğlu?
Other notable films include "Only Blockbusters Left Alive: Monopolizing Film Distribution in Turkey", "Dream Workers", and "Bir Anı Yakalamak".