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Zeynep Tedü (1974-1977)
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♈ Aries
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虎 Tiger
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English < Italian
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Genco Erkal: Turkish actor (1938–2024).
Born (died at age 86).
Genco Erkal has 2 credits in our database.
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Filmography (2)
Biography
Genco Erkal (28 March 1938 – 31 July 2024) was a Turkish drama actor. He starred in the 1983 film A Season in Hakkari, which won the Silver Bear - Special Jury Prize at the 33rd Berlin International Film Festival. In April 2021, he announced that due to tweets in which he criticized the Turkish Government he was being prosecuted for insulting the President. Erkal died of leukaemia on 31 July 2024, at the age of 86.
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How old was Genco Erkal?
Genco Erkal was born on and passed away on at the age of 86.
What movies or shows has Genco Erkal been in?
Genco Erkal has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Market: A Tale of Trade (2008), The Horse (1982).
Where can I find more information about Genco Erkal?
You can find more about Genco Erkal on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
