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Quintet of Quirks

“Quintet of Quirks” is a heartwarming short film that captures the essence of community, love and friendship through the lens of everyday life in and around the Pera store. Commissioned by Vitruta, directed by yours truly and brought to life with love by the creative team at 484.
Set against the backdrop of the bustling Pera store, the movie follows the everyday lives of two devoted employees, Ayşe and Can who keep things running smoothly. As they navigate the ups and downs of daily life, they discover the unconfessed love for each other.

  • Serra Duran Paralı
    Director
  • Serra Duran Paralı
    Writer
  • Ali Yavuz Ata
    Writer
  • Selçuk Gerger
    Producer
  • Melih Gerger
    Producer
  • Elif Özge Maltepe
    Producer
  • Beril Kayar
    Key Cast
  • Emirhan Çelenk
    Key Cast
  • Sophie Small
    Key Cast
  • Murat Kahya
    Key Cast
  • Metin Ali Maltepe
    Key Cast
  • Hank
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 19 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 15, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    73,256 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Türkiye
  • Country of Filming:
    Türkiye
  • Language:
    Turkish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39.1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Serra Duran Paralı

Serra Duran

Filmmaker (b. 1993, Istanbul, Turkey)

A graduate of Koç University's Media and Visual Arts program, Serra further honed her craft in documentary filmmaking at the renowned La Femis in Paris. Since her academic pursuits, Duran has carved a niche for herself, producing an array of works spanning documentaries, short films, commercials, and videos in music and fashion.

With a portfolio that has garnered multiple nominations, Duran continually engages in both personal and commissioned projects. Beyond filmmaking, she collaborates with brands, bringing her unique creative touch to various endeavors.

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Director Statement

A movie about everyday happenings around vitruta Pera Store
A vitruta community short to celebrate 5 years of goodness
"Quintet of Quirks" is a heartwarming short film that captures the essence of community
and friendship through the lens of everyday life in and around the Pera store. Directed by
the talented Serra Duran Parali and brought to life with love by the creative team at 484.
Set against the backdrop of the bustling Pera store, the movie follows the everyday lives of
two employees whose paths intersect in unexpected ways. As they navigate the ups and
downs of daily life, they discover the true value of love, friendship and community.
From the eccentric regulars who frequent the store to the devoted employees who keep
things running smoothly, each character brings their own unique perspective to the story.
As the narrative unfolds, viewers are treated to a series of heartwarming vignettes that
highlight the beauty of human connection. Whether it's sharing a cup of coffee, lending a
helping hand, or simply offering a sympathetic ear, these small acts of kindness have a
profound impact on the lives of those around them.