Anatolia Ancient Nature - Mountains and Forests
Anadolu Kadim Doğa - Dağlar ve Ormanlar
TÜRKİYE
2025
38’
We trace the essence of life shaped by the rugged mountains and ancient forests of Anatolia. We witness the survival struggles of wild goats adapting to harsh conditions at the peaks and chamois accustomed to life under deep snow. These resilient creatures navigate rocky terrains with incredible agility, sharing their habitat with brown bears. Meanwhile, in the forests, the resonant calls of red deer blend with the melodies of birds, revealing the richness of this ecosystem. Starlings, jays, and the ever-present songbirds of the pine forests showcase Anatolia’s biodiversity. As the seasons shift, we breathe in the enchanting atmosphere of these woodlands.
Director
Burak Doğansoysal
Born in 1978 in Bursa, he graduated from Robert College in 1996 and Marmara University (Business Administration) in 2000. A professional photographer since 2005, his photos and travel articles have been published in BBC Wildlife Magazine, National Geographic, Magma, and more. He has traveled to 64 countries across five continents. Since 2009, he has been filming wildlife and nature documentaries, aired in 70 countries. From 2011 to 2015, he coordinated a UN-backed vulture conservation project. Passionate about photography, camping, scuba diving, and martial arts, Burak is a member of international documentary and photography organizations. He is fluent in English, intermediate in German.