London-based director and photographer Daniel Ali beautifully captures the craftsmen behind Bosphorus’ renowned bespoke cymbals. Located in the outskirts of Istanbul, the factory is home to a group of individuals of all ages and backgrounds, working together using traditional methods dating back to the Ottoman Empire.
Executive Producer: Mustafa Bal
Director: Daniel Ali
Cinematographer: Ricky Patel
Camera Assistant: Ridvan Kurnaz
Translator: Talat Gokdemir
Editor: Douglas E Pope
Colourist: Daniel Stonehouse
Sound Recordist: Mustafa Bal
Sound Designer: Jamie Hartland
Music: Idris Rahman
Cymbal Musician: Ayo Salawu
Thanks to Drumshack
Special Thanks to Bosphorus Cymbals
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