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Turkey’s first gay honor killing makes it onto the big screen

Borrud, Gabriel LeifFebruary 10, 2012

https://p.dw.com/p/141Hu

A new controversial and groundbreaking film dealing with the persecution of homosexuals has hit the big screen in Turkey. The film Zenne is inspired by the true story of a gay man who police suspect was murdered by his father. The media describe the case as Turkey's first gay honor killing. Despite its controversial nature, the film has met with both critical and box office success. Dorian Jones reports from Istanbul.