Scientist Muazzez Ilmiye Çığ is 104 years old. She was born at the start of World War I. Her arduous life story is a witness account of our country in the 20th century. She is a grand sycamore trusted upon us by the founding generation of the Republic. First, she became a teacher. Then, she became one of the first female students to attend the newly established Faculty of Language, History, and Geography at Ankara University. She graduated as a Sumerologist. Throughout her entire life she studied the Sumerians, who gave humanity cuneiform writing and history. To this day she still gives talks. She overcame all sorts of hardships through joy of life, persistence and hard work. She stood tall with her thoroughly lived life and her boundless knowledge and wisdom. This documentary is made to introduce the tenacity of Muazzez Ilmiye Çığ to the youth of our day.
Category: Special Screenings
In 1493, exactly 500 years ago, Leonardo da Vinci was finishing the preparations for casting the equestrian monument (4 times life size), which Ludovico il Moro, Duke of Milan commissioned in memory of his father some 12 years earlier.
The New Year is more than just a date change on the calendar. It often marks a turning point where the weight of past experiences is felt or the uncertainty of the future is faced. This season, Pera Film highlights films that delve into themes of hope, regret, nostalgia, and new beginnings.
Giorgio de Chirico was born on July 10, 1888, in Volos, Greece, to an Italian family. His mother, Gemma Cervetto, was from a family of Genoa origin, but most likely she was born in Izmir. His father, Evaristo, was born on June 21, 1841 in the Büyükdere district of Istanbul.
Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 19:00
Friday 10:00 - 22:00
Sunday 12:00 - 18:00
The museum is closed on Mondays.
On Wednesdays, the students can
visit the museum free of admission.
Full ticket: 200 TL
Discounted: 100 TL
Groups: 150 TL (minimum 10 people)
