"Too many cultures spoil the broth? Not in this kitchen
By KAORI SHOJI
German-born Turkish filmmaker Fatih Akin has made a rapid climb up the ladder of cinema success: three major award wins in six short years including 'Head On' (2004) and the dark, soulful 'Edge of Heaven' (2007). Issues of immigration, ethnic diversity and the conflicts that rise from Eastern tradition vs. Western assimilation are the pillars of his stories — and though the viewer will walk away spiritually sated and completely impressed, Akin's is not the sort of fare to invite laughter. "
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