THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE REIMAGINED: SATIRICAL CULTURAL REPRESENTATIONS IN TIGA ABDUL (1964)

Reinterpreting historical eras in film adaptations allows for the creative reshaping of past events, figures, and cultures to resonate with contemporary audiences. Filmmakers often blend historical accuracy with artistic expression, using historical settings as a platform to comment on modern societal dynamics, power structures, and cultural questions. In particular, historical contexts are frequently utilized to reinforce specific film genres, such as comedy.