The Butterfly's Dream (2013)

In the summer of 1941, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of Zonguldak, Turkey, weighed down by the Obligation Law of World War II, the story unfolds. All men from 15 to 65 are conscripted to toil in the unforgiving mines, casting a grim shadow over the town and its neighboring regions. Amidst this stark reality, two young poets in their early twenties, Muzaffer Tayyip Uslu and Rustu Onur, emerge like flickers of hope in the gloom. Their hearts beat with the rhythm of poetry and a shared dream - to see their work grace the pages of Varlik, a prestigious literary magazine. Bearing the invisible scars of tuberculosis and the palpable weight of their ambitions, they find solace and guidance in their literature teacher, Behcet Necatigil. He is their beacon, mentoring them through their poetic journey and understanding their dreams like no one else in the harsh, war-torn world they inhabit. The young poets' lives take an enchanting turn when they encounter Suzan, the radiant daughter of a wealthy businessman. Her beauty ensnares their hearts, and they decide to stake their feelings in a poetic duel. A bet is made; each will craft a poem and present it to Suzan. Whichever verse captures her heart will declare the winner, while the other will quietly retreat from the romantic scene. "The Butterfly's Dream" is a poetic tapestry woven with threads of love, passion, dreams, and the harsh realities of war. This captivating tale invites viewers to delve into the depths of poetry and the human heart, exploring the undying spirit of dreamers in a world grappling with despair.

The Butterfly's Dream is a drama movie featuring Mert Fırat.

It is possible to buy The Butterfly's Dream on Apple TV or rent it on Pantaflix.