Welcome to the Ancient City of Tralleis, Turkey, for the Mythology Film Festival. As part of the International Mythology Film Festival, the 3,000-year-old city of Tralleis, which is situated in the Efeler region of Aydın, Western Turkey held its first-ever cultural event in September.
Historically, Tralleis, which was founded by Thracians and Argives, is credited with producing the “first notated music.” Extensive archaeological investigations throughout the years have revealed the city’s old theater, Roman baths, and gymnasium ruins, which set it apart.
An official statement regarding the festival schedule states that the Aydın portion of the event was held at the Nevzat Biçer Conference Hall in the heart of Efeler. The children’s movie Earwig’s Song was screened at 10:30 a.m., and at 2:30 p.m., HisTroy, a contemporary retelling of the mythical city of Troy, will be shown.
Tralleis Concert
The second half of the festival took place in the old city of Tralleis. The Swedish musical duo YoJuliet played a concert at 5:30 p.m. With Yohanna Eek Björnulfson on vocals and drums and Julia Sandwall on strings and piano, the group’s repertoire combines literary and mythological themes, offering a distinctive cultural experience.
At 6:30 p.m., a panel discussion titled “The Shared Story of Humanity” took place after the concert. The Conversation was facilitated by Professor Murat Çekilmez, included speakers such as Festival Director Gülşah Elikbank, Professor Pınar Fedakar, and Professor Aynur Civelek.
Writer Özlem Ertan gave a talk on Hittite Tales, emphasizing Anatolia’s rich storytelling traditions. All of the festival’s events, talks, and films were free and accessible to everyone.
The Mythology Film Festival
The International Mythology Film Festival, with the subject “Mythology and Women,” took place in many cities: Izmir from September 22 to 24; Manisa from September 26; Istanbul’s Beyoğlu Cinema and Rami Library from September 27 to 28; and the Troy ancient city in Çanakkale from September 29 to 30.
The festival’s varied schedule included international film screenings, award ceremonies, forums, discussions, and competitions for short films and digital games. The Ülgen Award for exceptional cinematic accomplishments and the Mergen Award for academic works that enhance cultural depth are two other accolades the festival bestows upon those who have contributed to cinema and culture.
Source: Daily Sabah
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