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Kızıl Goncalar Series Controversy – Özcan Deniz’s New Turkish TV Drama Suspended by FOX Due to Censorship by RTÜK
New Turkish TV series Kızıl Goncalar (2023), starring Özcan Deniz, suspended by FOX due to censorship by RTÜK as a result of 31,000 complaints allegedly stemming from religious groups
The recent decision by the Ankara Bölge İdare Mahkemesi to uphold the suspension and hefty fine imposed on the new Turkish series Kızıl Goncalar (2023) by RTÜK has sparked significant upheaval in the television landscape.
The show’s director, Ömür Atay, has vehemently criticized the censorship measures, drawing attention to a broader issue plaguing the Turkish industry.
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The series, portraying the intersecting paths of a fictional cult named ‘Faniler’ and a secular family, sparked controversy upon its release. RTÜK swiftly initiated penalty proceedings in response to the complaints.
The fine, amounting to 9 million Turkish Lira, was officially notified to Huzur Radyo TV Anonim Şirketi, which owns FOX.
Citing violations against the principles of ‘national and moral values, general ethics, and the protection of the family,’ RTÜK’s penalties prompted FOX and the production company, Gold Film, to initiate legal battles.
Unless a court order for ‘suspension of execution’ is obtained, and the 3rd episode of ‘Kızıl Goncalar’ scheduled for January 8th post-holiday will not air. Instead, RTÜK-selected documentaries will be broadcasted on that evening and the following week.
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The abrupt suspension of the new Turkish TV series Kızıl Goncalar from FOX due to RTÜK’s confirmed penalties has left audiences in suspense.
Ömür Atay expressed his dismay at the lack of resistance against censorship within the Turkish industry. He boldly stated,
“Tonight, there won’t be any broadcast. Virtually no one in the industry opposes censorship. There’s an ongoing censorship operation targeting freedom of thought and production. Despite this, we persist in narrating our story and filming. Our regards to our audience.”
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With the show’s episodes on hold for January 8th and 15th, the anticipated 3rd episode of Kızıl Goncalar series is slated to air on January 22nd, marking their return on screens.
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Erkan Avcı, who plays Sadi Hüdayi, has spoken out against the prevailing silence regarding Turkish censorship.
Avcı highlighted the necessity of some penalties in making a story genuine, hinting at the intricate relationship between fiction and reality.
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Industry Voices Against Censorship and Ban of Turkish TV series Kızıl Goncalar
Renowned personalities from the entertainment sphere joined the discourse against the ban on the Turkish TV series Kızıl Goncalar. Mustafa Sandal emphasized,
“Say no to censorship… KızılGoncalar doesn’t suit the Turkey Republic with such monumental aspirations.”
The cast of “Yargı,” including Pınar Deniz, Kaan Urgancıoğlu, director Ali Bilgin, and other prominent figures like Nazan Kesal and Reha Özcan, stood in solidarity against the imposed censorship on the new Turkish TV series, echoing the need for artistic freedom.
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RTÜK’s suspension of the Turkish drama series Kızıl Goncalar resulted from 31,000 complaints allegedly stemming from religious groups.
As a replacement, FOX will air a series of mini-documentaries focusing on various societal issues. Tonight and next week, viewers will witness documentaries like“Medya okur yazarlığı”, 2 kez “Türkiye’nin Doğal Güzellikleri”, “Su Eksikliği”, “Sıfır Atık”, ‘Hayatım Tehlikede”, “Obezite Büyüyen Salgın” ve “Deprem Sonrası İlk 6 Saat.”
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