Directed by Ezgi Üner
Heritage explores the ancient bond between arrow and bow in a captivating journey where tradition intersects with modern sport. From the dusty pages of history to today's modern fields, this short doc opens a window onto the centuries-old world of Turkish archery, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a significant form of intangible world cultural heritage. Bows brought to life by masterful hands, meticulously carved arrows, intricate thumbrings that protect the archer’s fingers… Every detail bears the traces of centuries of accumulated knowledge and mastery. Archers racing against the wind on horseback carry the spirit of the battlefield into the present, while artisans, through quiet but profound labor, pass on heritage to the future. The film concludes with a look at the disciplined and aesthetic world of Olympic archery, where the power of the past takes on new meaning. Ezgi Üner’s short documentary introduces the viewer not merely to a technical process, but to a culture and a way of life.
Ezgi Üner is a director and editor from Ankara. After graduating from Başkent University's Department of Radio, Film, and Television, she began producing documentaries, drawing on her interest in both nonfiction and the editing room. Ezgi, who has been pursuing a long-standing journey in Ankara, immersed in culture and art, has also strengthened her filmmaking experience in the field by participating in events such as the Ankara Film Festival and the Ankara Cultural Road Festival. Ezgi is a filmmaker who believes in the narrative possibilities of documentary and strives to make silent stories visible. She prioritizes exploring the inner worlds of characters through her observational narrative and simple visual language.
