Why is Antalya so important?

1. It is Turkey's equivalent of a national cinema showcase

The most anticipated Turkish films are often selected to premiere there.
National media, critics, producers, distributors, actors, and directors attend the festival.
Winning or even premiering at Antalya brings significant visibility.

2. It creates prestige for the film When audiences hear that a film premiered at the Golden Orange Festival, they often view it as a work of artistic and cultural importance rather than just a commercial release.

3. It generates media attention A festival premiere means:

Red-carpet appearances.
Press conferences.
Interviews with cast and director.
Coverage by Turkish television channels and newspapers.
What does this mean for Son Yemek?

For Özcan Deniz, presenting Son Yemek in Antalya places the project among the year's notable Turkish films and gives it cultural legitimacy before reaching a wider audience. The fact that the film was presented as a national gala screening indicates that the festival organizers considered it an important production.

Why would Prime Video allow a festival screening first?

Streaming platforms often want exclusivity, but a premiere at a major festival can:

Increase public interest.
Generate reviews and press coverage.
Strengthen the film's reputation before streaming release.

That is why the Antalya premiere was viewed as a valuable opportunity for Son Yemek.

As someone working on promoting Özcan Deniz's events, I can mention that a film selected for the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival gains a level of artistic recognition that extends beyond box-office success. It signals acceptance by one of the most respected institutions in Turkish cinema