I am İstanbullu

This three-part documentary explores the journeys of three foreign artists who escaped challenges in their home countries to start new lives in İstanbul.

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I am İstanbullu - Trailer

59sec

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I Am Istanbullu - Omar Alkilani

14min

We start with Syrian musician Omar Alkilani, who fled the conditions in his country and started a new life in Istanbul.

I Am Istanbullu - Farhood Khademi

14min

We are a guest of Iranian percussionist Farhood Khademi's life in Istanbul, who comes from a family whose whole life changed after the Islamic Revolution.

I Am Istanbullu - Enzo İkah

20min

Welcome to the story of Enzo, a Congolese guitar player who was born a prince in his country.

About I am İstanbullu

This three-part documentary follows the journeys of three foreign artists who fled challenging circumstances in their home countries to build new lives in İstanbul. The artists candidly share how they overcame their pasts and the obstacles they faced, while transforming themselves and creating new identities in a vibrant city. Through personal stories and the opportunities İstanbul offers, the documentary explores the meaning of artistry and migration, shedding light on the resilience and reinvention of the human spirit.