The Story of Echoing Words: A Journey into Creativity with Volkan Kapkın
Embark on an adventure with Volkan Kapkın, one of the pioneering figures in the Turkish film and television industry. This conversation, delving from the dusty atmosphere of film sets to the behind-the-scenes of emotional moments, will open a window into the enchanting world of art.
- HELLO MR. VOLKAN, WE ARE DELIGHTED TO HAVE YOU AMONG US. WE WOULD LIKE TO DISCUSS YOUR DIRECTORIAL JOURNEY AND NEW PROJECTS.
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Thank you, I am also happy to be here.
- FIRST OF ALL, COULD YOU TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Of course. I'm Volkan Kapkın, born in Istanbul, and I've been living here since 1998. I originally came for school, but I never left. I've been working as an assistant and director in the industry since 2001.
- HOW DID YOUR JOURNEY INTO DIRECTING UNFOLD?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: My entry into directing actually began with being a director's assistant. Over time, the path led us to directing. Making choices in the industry is not always easy, but circumstances and opportunities guided me.
- HOW DO YOU EVALUATE THE FACTORS THAT MAKE A DIRECTOR SUCCESSFUL?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Success is about reading the right story, working in harmony with the team, and being able to get what you want, even if a film doesn't perform well at the box office. The measure of success is my own happiness while pursuing my work.
- CAN YOU TALK ABOUT THE CHALLENGES OF SHOOTING A HISTORICAL SERIES?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Dealing with location constraints and set boundaries in historical series can be challenging. Reusing the same location over time can diminish the sense of reality.
- WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SAY ABOUT THE SERIES 'PAYİTAHT-I ABDÜLHAMİT'?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: When we joined the project, there was already a system in place, and we adapted to it. We continued and realized the project in its flow.
- HOW DO YOU EVALUATE THE REASONS FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE SERIES 'SAVAŞÇI'?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: The sympathy of the Turkish people towards the military resonated with the series, which told the story of a maroon beret team. It appealed to the audience with its family relationships and warm atmosphere.
- CAN YOU SHARE A DIFFICULT MOMENT WHILE SHOOTING THE SERIES 'SAVAŞÇI'?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Shooting combat scenes in an outdoor setting at -23 degrees was a challenging moment. Filming a military series always comes with its difficulties.
- ACTOR SELECTION IS ONE OF THE MOST CHALLENGING THINGS FOR YOU. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON CHOOSING THE RIGHT ACTOR?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Actor selection is one of the most important aspects of directing. Matching a good actor with the right character is the key to successful directing.
- WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE FUTURE OF THE FILM INDUSTRY?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: With the rise of digital platforms, the influence of national channels has decreased. I believe that online platforms and independent productions will become even more important in the coming period.
- CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR UPCOMING PROJECTS?
VOLKAN KAPKIN: I am currently working on a new series project. We will share the details later, but we plan to offer an exciting production to the audience.
- THANK YOU MR. VOLKAN, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. WE WISH YOU CONTINUED SUCCESS.
VOLKAN KAPKIN: Thank you, I also enjoyed being here.
We thank Volkan Kapkın for this sincere conversation. With inspiration from his experience-filled career, thinking about where cinema and series will take us is exciting. We wish our readers unforgettable moments and days filled with magical stories. Stay creative!"
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