Dream (Rüya) (translated)

Rüya (Dream) is a 2016 Turkish feature film written and directed by Derviş Zaim. Blending drama and thriller elements, it was shot in Turkish and builds its narrative around a story set in Istanbul. With Zaim credited as both writer and director, the film counts among the works that continue his autonomous, auteur-driven approach to cinema.

The film opened in Türkiye on October 21, 2016, with a limited release of just twelve prints. The ensemble cast is led by Gizem Erdem, Ebru Helvacıoğlu, Dilşad Bozyiğit, Gizem Akman, Mehmet Ali Nuroğlu, Enis Arıkan, Murat Karasu and İbrahim Selim. Running about 106 minutes, it stands out as an independent production that brings together performers from theater, television and cinema backgrounds.