Türkiye 'shines' at Sony Studios Los Angeles

By Seda Sevencan

ISTANBUL (AA) - The "magic" of Turkish cinema and television took the spotlight as Sony Studios hosted the highly-anticipated Hollywood Turkish Film and Drama Days on Nov. 4 and 5.

The two-day extravaganza was orchestrated by renowned journalist Barbaros Tapan, with support from the Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry and the Directorate of Communications of the Presidency.

Under the main sponsorship of the GAIN digital platform, the event began with a glamorous red-carpet gala attended by Turkish celebrities Meryem Uzerli, Engin Altan Duzyatan, Aras Bulut Iynemli, Ebru Sahin and others.

While initially slated to feature the presence of Hollywood stars, their attendance was affected due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.

Nonetheless, the prestigious Turkish event in Los Angeles received a touch of Hollywood glamor with the presence of Emmy winner and Oscar nominee producer Cindy Cowan.

Apart from the screenings, attendees were offered the opportunity to engage in enlightening panel discussions. The discussions provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of the entertainment industry, delivering invaluable insights for aspiring industry professionals.

"The panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Naz Senyuva, a distinguished figure in the world of communication and journalism," a statement wrote. The esteemed panel guests include:

- Second Day Drama Launch: "Sahsiyet"

With Gain’s main sponsorship, on the second day of the event, the spotlight shifted to the world of Turkish drama with the launch of "Sahsiyet."

"This gripping drama series has been generating buzz across the globe for its compelling storytelling, outstanding performances, and edge-of-the-seat suspense. It's a must-see for fans of quality television," the statement said.

"The panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Naz Senyuva, a distinguished figure in the world of communication and journalism," it added. "The esteemed panel guests include Helen Hoehne: Golden Globe President, Andrew Bernstein: Hall of Fame Photographer, Saner Ayar: Turkish filmmaker, Enes Yilmazer: Content Creator."

"Hollywood Turkish Film and Drama Days was an unforgettable celebration of cultural diversity, creativity, and cinematic excellence in the iconic setting of Sony Studios," the statement said.