Taksim Hold’em (2017) is the full-length directorial debut of Michael Önder. The film, which received its world premiere at Tokyo International Film Festival, is set during Turkey’s chaotic Taksim Square protests of 2013. I talked to Önder and actor Kenan Ece (Alper) during TIFF 2017.      First of all, the film Taksim Hold’em seems to come from a very personal place. Were you involved in 2013? Michael Önder: Yes, I was very enthusiastic and involved. Then slowly, as time … Continue reading Taksim Hold’em – Interview with Film Director Michael Önder