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Crossing 2024

“It seems Istanbul is a place where people come to disappear.”

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What is Crossing?

Crossing is a film first released in 2024. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
2024
Status
Released
Runtime
106 minutes
Release date
Mar 22, 2024
Studios
French Quarter Film, Adomeit Film, Easy Riders Films
Genres
Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
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Crossing is a film first released in 2024. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by French Quarter Film, Adomeit Film, Easy Riders Films. Current status: Released.

Should you watch it?

“A retired teacher journeys into Istanbul to find her long‑lost transgender niece.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores Istanbul’s hidden depths
  • Features a heartfelt search for family
  • Directed by Levan Akin with strong cast
Keep in mind
  • Runtime under two hours limits narrative breadth

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas about personal quests in foreign cities.

The film addresses transgender identity and family separation, making it best suited for mature audiences.

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Who directed Crossing?

Crossing was directed by Levan Akin.

Who plays the lead role of Lia?

Mzia Arabuli portrays Lia, the retired teacher.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film runs approximately 1 hour 46 minutes.

When was Crossing released in the United States?

Crossing was released in the US on July 19, 2024.

Where does the story take place?

The narrative follows Lia’s search in Istanbul, Turkey.