Everything's Gonna Be Great
Altan and his brother Nuri run a small drugstore, but Altan's impulsive plan goes wrong when he lifts prescription meds from Nuri's shop. The theft triggers a chaotic road trip as they try to dump the drugs and outrun the mafiosi Altan hoped to fool. The trip pushes these opposites into close... Read more
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About Everything's Gonna Be Great
Altan and his brother Nuri run a small drugstore, but Altan's impulsive plan goes wrong when he lifts prescription meds from Nuri's shop. The theft triggers a chaotic road trip as they try to dump the drugs and outrun the mafiosi Altan hoped to fool. The trip pushes these opposites into close quarters, turning a selfish caper into a test of trust, jokes, and stubborn pride. Along the miles they clash and laugh, avoid danger, and unexpectedly start seeing each other in a new light. Their misadventures include quirky locals and improvised schemes to stay afloat, often at night. By the time they reach their destination, the trip has reshaped their bond and outlook, and a hint of regret emerging.
Released in 1998, the film is directed by Ömer Vargı with a screenplay by Hakan Haksun and Cem Yılmaz, built from an original story rather than a direct adaptation. It marked a notable collaboration that helped define Turkish genre blending.
Box office figures for this film are not publicly reported, so worldwide grosses and commercial impact remain unclear. It found its footing mainly in Turkish cinemas and later on home video, developing a modest but loyal audience beyond the release.
The film is noted for blending humor with a road trip vibe, anchored by Cem Yılmaz's energetic performance and Mazhar Alanson's steadier foil. It helped showcase a looser, flirtatious dynamic in Turkish comedies of the late 1990s and remains a favorite among fans of offbeat family fare and across generations.
Critics generally treated the film as a breezy blend of humor and heart with a focus on unlikely brotherhood. The story threads explore trust and reconciliation as shared danger softens stubborn pride while keeping a sense of adventure intact. Its tone stays light yet sincere inviting repeat viewings for years.
Details
- Release Date
- November 27, 1998
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- User Ratings
- 160 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Family, Drama, Comedy, Adventure
- Country
- Turkey
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Cast
Cem Yılmaz
Altan Çamlı
Mazhar Alanson
Nuri Çamlı
Ceyda Düvenci
Ayla Çamlı
Mustafa Uzunyılmaz
Nusret
Selim Naşit
Cevat Çamlı (Altan ve Nuri'nin babası)
Ayumi Takano
Shav Mei
Nurgül Yeşilçay
Hemşire
Celal Belgil
Hilmi (Tolga'nın koruması)
Adnan Tönel
Osman
Fuat Onan
Fevzi
Director: Ömer Vargı
Written by: Hakan Haksun, Cem Yılmaz