The Fountain

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Release date: April 01, 1977
Duration: 77 minutes
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Overview

Ferdi Tayfur's acting debut that launched his incredible fame literally overnight is this classic, emotionally charged story of impossible love constrained by stark class divides. Follows the story of Ferdi (Ferdi Tayfur), a humble young man whose father works as a butler on a wealthy landowner's sprawling farm. Growing up, he falls deeply in love with Ceylan (Necla Nazır), the landlord's daughter. The two share a pure love, sealing their bond with a vow by a local fountain built from their childhood memories—pledging to love each other for as long as its water flows. However, Ceylan’s status-conscious father vehemently opposes their relationship, preferring a wealthier prospect for his daughter. This sets off a chain of heartbreaking trials of separation, loyalty, social inequality, and the heavy sorrow of a love fighting against the cruel currents of fate.

Starring

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Ferdi Tayfur
Ferdi
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Necla Nazır
Ceylan
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Erol Taş
Ceylan's father
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Pervin Par
Ceylan's mother
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Renan Fosforoğlu
Ferdi's father