The Facade
In central Istanbul stands the iconic Dogan Apartment, a striking building that houses a diverse group of residents, each with distinct backgrounds, values, and reasons for retreating from the outside world. As Turkey faces political unrest, deepening economic pressures, and a devastating earthquake, life inside Dogan offers a stark contrast: calm, routine, and distance. But when national events begin to reach their doorstep, the building’s illusion of safety starts to crack. The Facade offers a rare and intimate look into a kaleidoscope of lives inside one of Istanbul’s most symbolic addresses, raising questions about isolation, privilege and how long any of us can truly remain untouched by the world around us.
Director
Producer
Denis Pavlovic
Julia Meyer-Pavlovic
Local Producer (Istanbul)
Emir Melek
Director of Photography
Ola Pankoa
Editor
Nezihe Atun
Music
Ahmet Cenan Biglic
Gevende Band
