Emin Alper | |
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Born | Ermenek, Karaman Province, Turkey | August 13, 1974
Nationality | Turkish |
Education | Boğaziçi University |
Occupation(s) | Film director, screenwriter, film producer, academic |
Years active | 2005-present |
Employer | Istanbul Technical University |
Notable work | Beyond the Hill (2012) Frenzy (2015) Burning Days (2022) |
Emin Alper (born 13 August 1974, Karaman) is a Turkish filmmaker[1] and historian. His directorial debut, Beyond the Hill won the Caligari Film Prize in the 62nd Berlinale[2] and Best Film at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards.[3] His second feature Frenzy won the Special Jury Prize after premiering in competition at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival.[4]