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Turkish film director Emin Alper?s latest movie received the Special Jury Prize at this year?s Venice International Film Festival, organizers announced Sept. 12.

Alper?s 114-minute dystopian film ?Abluka? (Frenzy) centers on the story of two brothers who are struggling to survive under ?heavy political violence.?

The film stars Turkish actors Mehmet Özgür and Berkay Ate?.

The 72nd Venice International Film Festival has been officially opened at the beautiful Italian and will last till 12th September.

Baltasar Kormakur’s “Everest” kicked off the festival winning praise for its use of 3D technology and bursts of anxiety provided to the audience.