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Zeki Ökten

Zeki Ökten

Director & actor · born 4 August 1941 · İstanbul, Türkiye

Born in Istanbul on August 4, 1941, Zeki Ökten began his theatrical studies while attending Haydarpaşa High School. He entered the film industry in 1961 as an assistant director on the film "Acı Zeytin" (Bitter Olive), directed by Nişan Hançer.

After directing his first film, "Ölüm Pazarı" (Death Market), in 1963, Ökten returned to assistant work when it didn't achieve the success he expected. For nine years, he worked as an assistant director alongside directors such as Ömer Lütfi Akad, Halit Refiğ, Memduh Ün, and Atıf Yılmaz.

Where to start: Çinliler Geliyor (2006).

As director 30

As actor 1

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Zeki Ökten movie?

By viewer score, Çinliler Geliyor (2006) at 3.2/10.

What are Zeki Ökten’s most popular movies?

The King of the Street Cleaners, King of the Doormen, Hanzo.

How many movies has Zeki Ökten made?

31 films on TMDB, 30 as director, 1 as actor.

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