EMPIRE OF THE RABBITS (TAVŞAN İMPARATORLUĞU) – VTFF FILM
General Admission
$15
EMPIRE OF THE RABBITS (TAVŞAN İMPARATORLUĞU) – VTFF FILM
Overview
Seyfettin Tokmak's Empire of the Rabbits (Tavşan İmparatorluğu) – 13th Vancouver Turkish Film Festival, vtff.ca
Screening: Thursday, November 26, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Venue: SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
Director: Seyfettin Tokmak
Year: 2025
Running Time: 97 mins
Languages: Turkish
Subtitles: English
About Empire of the Rabbits (Tavşan İmparatorluğu)
A young boy finds himself trapped in a world shaped by adult deception, exploitation, and expectations. As he confronts circumstances beyond his control, he embarks on a courageous journey to reclaim his independence and dignity.
Seyfettin Tokmak's Empire of the Rabbits is a powerful and visually compelling exploration of childhood, resilience, and the struggle for freedom. Through its young protagonist, the film reveals the fragile boundary between innocence and the harsh realities of the adult world.
Cast: Emrullah Çakay, Alpay Kaya, Perla Palamutçuoğulları
Awards/Nominations:
- Best Film – 62nd Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival
- Best Director – 62nd Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival
- Best Script – 28th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
About Seyfettin Tokmak
Seyfettin Tokmak is a Turkish filmmaker whose work explores social realities, childhood, and the experiences of individuals living on the margins of society. His storytelling combines intimate character studies with broader questions of justice, belonging, and human resilience.
Empire of the Rabbits continues his exploration of innocence, social inequality, and the courage required to challenge an unjust world.
Student/Senior
$10
EMPIRE OF THE RABBITS (TAVŞAN İMPARATORLUĞU) – VTFF FILM
Overview
Seyfettin Tokmak's Empire of the Rabbits (Tavşan İmparatorluğu) – 13th Vancouver Turkish Film Festival, vtff.ca
Screening: Thursday, November 26, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Venue: SFU Goldcorp Centre for the Arts, 149 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
Director: Seyfettin Tokmak
Year: 2025
Running Time: 97 mins
Languages: Turkish
Subtitles: English
About Empire of the Rabbits (Tavşan İmparatorluğu)
A young boy finds himself trapped in a world shaped by adult deception, exploitation, and expectations. As he confronts circumstances beyond his control, he embarks on a courageous journey to reclaim his independence and dignity.
Seyfettin Tokmak's Empire of the Rabbits is a powerful and visually compelling exploration of childhood, resilience, and the struggle for freedom. Through its young protagonist, the film reveals the fragile boundary between innocence and the harsh realities of the adult world.
Cast: Emrullah Çakay, Alpay Kaya, Perla Palamutçuoğulları
Awards/Nominations:
- Best Film – 62nd Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival
- Best Director – 62nd Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival
- Best Script – 28th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
About Seyfettin Tokmak
Seyfettin Tokmak is a Turkish filmmaker whose work explores social realities, childhood, and the experiences of individuals living on the margins of society. His storytelling combines intimate character studies with broader questions of justice, belonging, and human resilience.
Empire of the Rabbits continues his exploration of innocence, social inequality, and the courage required to challenge an unjust world.
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