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7th istanbul experimental film festival

i attended a single sesson of 6th istanbul international experimental film festival last year, but it was enough to leave a lasting impression. it is the only film festival i look forward to. experimental cinema has a way of stretching your perception of what film can be, especially when it intersects with academia and philosophy.

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unlike mainstream screenings, these films don’t always offer clear narratives or easy interpretations. instead, they invite you to experience, question, and sometimes even feel a little lost. that’s part of the appeal.

this year, i'm hoping to attend "no exit, only repetition" and "animation" selections and i want to see "the self and the other". i already know i will end up stretching my thinking into areas i haven't explored yet.

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