What is The Guard?
The Guard is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 13, 1985
- Studios
- Asya Film
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10
- Episode runtime
- ~101 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Asya Film
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The Guard is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Asya Film. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A duty‑obsessed guard spirals between dark humor and tragedy.”
- Mujdat Gezen delivers a compelling lead performance
- A striking blend of comedy and tragedy
- Sharp commentary on blind devotion to duty
- The bleak narrative includes unsettling domestic violence
- Its somber tone may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate darkly comic dramas that examine obsessive authority.
The film’s grim themes and violent scenes make it unsuitable for sensitive audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does The Guard (1985) belong to?
It is a drama that wavers between comedy and tragedy.
Who portrays the main character Murtaza?
Mujdat Gezen plays Murtaza, the security guard.
What is the film’s runtime?
The movie runs about 1 hour and 41 minutes.
When was The Guard released?
It was released on January 13, 1985 in Turkey.
What central theme does the film explore?
It examines the dangers of fanatical devotion to duty and its impact on family.
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