Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite
1989, Turkish. Directed by Tunç Başaran.
Sent to prison along with his mother after her drug conviction, a young boy develops a warm, tender relationship with a political prisoner.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Turkish
- Rated
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Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite is streaming on MUBI in India.
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Details
- Released
- 14 April 1989
- Original title
- Uçurtmayı Vurmasınlar
- Country
- Turkey
- Written by
- Feride Çiçekoğlu
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Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite: quick answers
Is Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 80 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite?
Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite have a post-credits scene?
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Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite on?
Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite is streaming on MUBI in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite?
If you liked Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite, try O.G., Lorelei, All Day and a Night.
Who directed Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite?
Don't Let Them Shoot the Kite (1989) was directed by Tunç Başaran and stars Nur Sürer, Ozan Bilen, Füsun Demirel.