
The film tells the story of police officer Ahmet's struggle with Sungur. Sungur has taken control of the drug, smuggling, and gambling markets in Istanbul. He controls the trade as he pleases. Sungur is also behind the increasing number of murders in the city. Fearing that Ahmet will disrupt his operations, Sungur plays a trick on him. As a result of this trick, Ahmet is dismissed from his job, and his mother goes mad. However, none of this will deter Ahmet.
Directed by Cüneyt Arkın, Kanun Gücü leans on a strong ensemble — Cüneyt Arkın, Deniz Akbulut, Nejat Özbek — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about crime titles of 1979.
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