Berfe Yaşar

Berfe Yasar is a deputy researcher at TRT World Research Centre. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Bogazici University and she is currently a Master of Arts student in Philosophy Department at Galatasaray University. Her main research interest is the philosophical background of the international political and social issues with particular emphasis on the MENA region.
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The Nuclear Paradox: Empathy, Aesthetics, and the Limits of Apolitical Memory

James Cameron’s planned adaptation of Ghosts of Hiroshima seeks to revive nuclear memory through an immersive, empathy-driven narrative that confronts audiences with the human...

The Silent Triumph of “No Other Land”

No Other Land, a Palestinian Israeli co-production filmed in the West Bank, won this year’s Oscar for Best Documentary, becoming the first Palestinian film...

Magnum on Human Rights: A Timeless Perspective or a Missed Opportunity?

In cooperation with the world-famous photo agency Magnum Photos and the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, the photo exhibition “Human Rights: The Haves and Have Nots”...

Echoes of Empire: Gladiator’s Insights on Leadership, Entertainment, and the Illusion of Freedom

In the twenty-four years since Gladiator first brought the bloody sands of the ancient Roman Colosseum to the screen, Ridley Scott's portrayal of power,...

Dune: A Leadership Critique

The fictional universe of Frank Herbert’s novel series, set in the distant future, can evoke any historical period. In Dune, the intricate interaction of...

From Arrakis to Beirut: Mirror to Leadership in a War-Torn World

A year into Israel’s War on Gaza and recent devastating strikes in Lebanon, the movie “Dune: Part Two” brings to mind many connections between...

Hollywood’s Portrayal of Artificial Intelligence

Hollywood movies have explored artificial intelligence technology for decades, assessing its potential for benefit and harm. However, these works prompt contemplation of the social,...

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