
The film tells the story of Şaban, who is sent back to earth because his good deeds and sins are equal. Şaban's cousin Salih has come to Istanbul to buy a tractor. He visits Şaban's grave in Istanbul. At that moment, Şaban emerges from his grave. Depending on the good and bad deeds he does within a week, Şaban will go to heaven or hell. Prince Mirzotti wants to marry Serap, the daughter of bank manager Haydar. However, Serap is in love with Celal. Salih bears a strong resemblance to bank manager Haydar. Taking Haydar's place, Salih and Şaban team up to outwit Prince Morizetti and ensure that Serap marries Celal.
Directed by Turgut Demirağ, Haşim Turyan, Man From Hell leans on a strong ensemble — Mualla Kaynak, Celal İnce, Zeki Alpan — 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 comedy titles of 1954.
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