Losers' Club () is a 2011 Turkish comedy-drama film, co-written and directed by Tolga Örnek based on a true story, starring Nejat İşler and Yiğit Özşener as the co-hosts of a controversial mid-90s Istanbul radio show. The film, which opened on at number 2 in the Turkish box office, is one of the highest grossing Turkish films of 2011.
Production The film was shot on location in Kadıköy, Istanbul, Turkey.
Synopsis Kaan and Mete, co-hosts of a mid 1990s radio show called Kaybedenler Kulübü (Losers' Club), struggle to deal with their daily lives after their show becomes an instant hit. Kaan meets Zeynep, the girl of his dreams, but their relationship comes under pressure as the show continues to stir controversy and attract fans from every segment of Istanbul society.
Cast Nejat Isler – Kaan Yiğit Özşener – Mete Ahu Türkpençe – Zeynep İdil Fırat – Asli Rıza Kocaoğlu – Murat Serra Yılmaz – Mother Barış Bağcı – Devrim
Release and reception The film opened on nationwide general release in 145 screens across Turkey on at number 2 in the national box office with a first weekend gross of US$ 428,961.
Festival screenings 18th International Adana Golden Boll Film Festival (September 17–25, 2011) Turkish Movie Days, Helsinki (September 29 – October 1, 2011)
Awards 18th International Adana Golden Boll Film Festival (September 17–25, 2011) Best Sound Effects: Burak Topalakçı (won, also for September)
See also Turkish films of 2011 2011 in film
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