Category Archives: Introducing the Karagöz puppets

Farazi Kozmos’ modern-day take on Karagoz (in Turkish)

Posted on March 22, 2012 by lizcameron

So, it has been months and months of me writing about the Karagöz puppets – and you know that these little paper people are metaphorical inventions that play out the voices in my head. You probably have also gathered that … Continue reading →

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Introducing Saf and Dobra: On a love-hate relationship with Türkiye

Posted on February 6, 2012 by lizcameron

Today I met two new puppets, Saf and Dobra.  Saf is an idealist, myopic in her micro moment, focused on her love of her homeland.  Dobra, on the other hand, is more like Karagoz- an outspoken agent provocateur who stands … Continue reading →

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The Karagoz Shadow Puppets Invade A Smartphone

Posted on January 22, 2012 by lizcameron

Today, I woke up at about 3 a.m. There was a blue light coming from the dining room.  I figured that M. had left his phone plugged in for the night.  The light was bugging me – but as I … Continue reading →

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