Istanbul: Chronopolis
“A City Beyond Time: The Rhythm of the Eternal Moment.”
Synopsis
Istanbul: Chronopolis is an experimental documentary that explores the city as a living organism where the linear flow of time is disrupted and the past and future coexist. Structured around a thematic cycle of birth, speed, and decay, the film uses rhythmic visuals and archival footage to bridge temporal gaps. Through a fourteen-minute mathematical edit, it replaces linguistic narrative with the evocative language of time-lapse and slow-motion cinematography. The project invites the audience to transcend chronological time and experience Istanbul as an eternal moment—an entity existing solely within its own timeless cycle.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mehmet Talha Gürel
- Screenplay & Story
- Mehmet Talha Gürel
- Original Score
- Philip Glass
- Original Title
- Istanbul: Chronopolis
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mehmet Talha Gürel
Mehmet Talha Gürel
Philip Glass
Department Leadership Roster
Mehmet Talha Gürel
Director
Mehmet Talha Gürel
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Istanbul: Chronopolis.
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What is Istanbul: Chronopolis about?
Istanbul: Chronopolis is an experimental documentary that explores the city as a living organism where the linear flow of time is disrupted and the past and future coexist. Structured around a thematic cycle of birth, speed, and decay, the film uses rhythmic visuals and archival footage to bridge temporal gaps. Through a fourteen-minute mathematical edit, it replaces linguistic narrative with the evocative language of time-lapse and slow-motion cinematography. The project invites the audience to transcend chronological time and experience Istanbul as an eternal moment—an entity existing solely within its own timeless cycle.
Who directed Istanbul: Chronopolis?
Istanbul: Chronopolis was directed by Mehmet Talha Gürel.
Who stars in Istanbul: Chronopolis?
The principal cast of Istanbul: Chronopolis includes Not specified.
When was Istanbul: Chronopolis released and how long is it?
Istanbul: Chronopolis was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Istanbul: Chronopolis?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Istanbul: Chronopolis was composed by Philip Glass.