Exam on the Edge of Time (2024)

"Exam on the Edge of Time" follows the resilient journey of students in Turkey's earthquake-ravaged Hatay city and Samandağ district as they prepare for a life-defining university entrance exam amidst the ruins. Through the dedication of selfless teachers and the creation of an educational sanctuary, this four-part documentary delves into the unyielding spirit of a community striving to overcome the chaos, offering a poignant critique of civilization and the state, and highlighting the inequalities in the education system exposed by disaster.

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