Luke Jaden Directs A Personal, Poetic Short Film That’s A Turkish Delight
June 2, 2026From sunrise to sunset, director Luke Jaden takes us on a poetic journey through Istanbul, a city suspended between worlds. Guided by a lyrical poet, the story drifts through light, rhythm and fleeting moments, capturing both the pulse and stillness of the Turkish city. Blurring the line between reality and reverie, it is a sensory love letter to a place, memory, and the quiet spell of being lost.
Titled “iSTANBUL” and shot in that city, Jaden’s personal film–out of production company Octagon Haus–was based on the poem “Ben Sana Mecburum” by Attila Ilhan.
Jaden is an alum of the 2023 SHOOT New Directors Showcase.