Action Cult Classic

A Turkish architect turns sadistic vigilante after tragedy strikes his home.

CELLAT

1975 · 1h 23m · NR · Action / Drama · IMDB TMDB

Architect seeks revenge and becomes vigilante after group of hoodlums break into his apartment and rape his wife and sister.

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What is Cellat about?

Cellat is a 1975 Turkish action-drama film directed by Memduh Ün about an architect who becomes a vigilante seeking revenge after a group of hoodlums invade his home and attack his wife and sister.

Programmer's Pick

Turksploitation at its most unapologetic, Cellat doesn't just imitate— it amplifies, with its vigilante hero serving up justice that's both brutal and darkly inventive. Expect a lurid, culture-soaked riff on Death Wish, but with added belly dancing and a local flavor that can't be faked.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Cellat, directed by Memduh Ün, is Turkey's raw and unflinching answer to Death Wish. The film follows an architect whose life is shattered when a gang of hoodlums break into his apartment and assault his wife and sister. Driven by grief and rage, he abandons his ordinary life and embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance. While the plot structure draws heavily from its American inspiration, Cellat distinguishes itself with its unique Turkish flavor, from the urban setting to local customs and music. The film is notable for its lurid energy, moments of cultural specificity, and a vigilante hero who proves far more ruthless than his Western counterpart.

Details & Specs

Director: Memduh Ün
Writer: Bülent Oran
Release: 1975
Runtime: 1h 23m
Country: Turkey
Language: Turkish
Genres: Action, Drama
Also Known As: The Executioner, Turkish Death Wish, Cellat (original title)

Cast & Crew

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Director: Memduh Ün Writer: Bülent Oran

İhsan Gedik NY Nesrin Yesilyurt

Ramazan Akboğa MD Mustafa Doğan

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Why Cult

Turkish Death Wish

Cellat closely follows the plot of the American classic but injects Turkish style and grit, offering an intriguing cross-cultural twist on the vigilante formula.

Sadistic Vigilante Justice

Unlike his American inspiration, Cellat's protagonist is notably more ruthless, devising creative and brutal ways to deal with his targets.

Lurid Cultural Details

The film stands out for its Turkish-specific moments—funerals, belly dances, and a distinctive soundtrack—painting a vivid portrait of 1970s Istanbul.

Rape-Revenge Exploitation

Cellat dives headfirst into the controversial rape-and-revenge subgenre, pulling no punches in its depiction of violence and retribution.