A self-taught actor whose passion and drive for industry experience has seen Can play a variety of roles to date. Diren a 2015 Drama/Action film produced by Biba Film, shown in selected Odeon cinemas, has been his biggest accomplishment to date – This is not due to geographical reach or accreditation. It is due to the fact that Can was part of the birth of this independent film from start to finish. A project that he was thoroughly involved with, in various aspects and that also seen him take on his first leading role. A leading role that immersed him into a range of emotions, settings and eventually a dramatic and tear-jerking demise – A personal challenge for himself, to meet the required expectations of the role and portray events and emotions in a just and true manner.
As a self-taught actor, Can believes that it is essential that the passion, dedication and motivation he holds for the industry shines through; coming into the industry later than some has left him without qualified training. Can personally sees this as an advantage, he is able to still mould himself, taking on and visually displaying the expectations of those he works for. Rather than portraying habit-forming characteristics that have been learnt through someone else’s interpretation of acting. Can has been proven to be a quick learner, with a strong and expressive voice and a good interpretation of tones, expressions and accents needed. An individual that is extremely passionate about acting, holding both an imagination, flare and clear dedication to the industry. An individual that is willing to work hard and undertake any role-related training or workshops.
Can’s experience to date has not been limited to one particular genre or role. He was fortunate enough to work alongside big figures such as Stephen Graham in both studio and independent film company settings – An experience that lead to the following being quoted regarding his character/skills: “He is energetic, prepared to 'go the extra mile' and is sure to make a real difference to any project he is involved in”.
2015 - Promotional Campaign Advertisement - Vauxhall ADAM – MoreMilkTv
Vauxhall’s new ‘ADAM’ range evokes the expression of consumers unique personality – Can took part in both still modelling and physical featured advertisements. Can, chosen for his unique style, dressed on the day by MoreMilkTv was required to take on an expressive ‘fun’ role. Armed with the prop of a hat, Can was asked to playfully use the prop while expressing a fun/happy/individual persona. Can was able to capture the essence of this role, taking advise from those behind the scenes and adding his own interpretations to the shoot, making for a quick and easy process. Film taken on the day was used for both moving and still advertisements.
2015 - Film Promo - The Climb - Feature - Nutopia
The Climb, what is said to be an exciting new film shooting in the UK toward the end of 2015 and start of 2016. Can took part in the exciting film promo for The Climb – Taking on the role of an Americanised western worker. With costumes supplied by Nutopia, Can’s role on the day involved the portrayal of the daily work life and struggle of a worker from the era. Hauling parts of a carriage up the side of a small, rocky mountain – Can portrayed the struggle, strain, restless emotion and exhaustion that would have been felt by those getting through life in this era. Due to the effort put in on the day, the precise portrayal of his character, along with his work ethic – Can has now been shortlisted to appear as a feature in the film. Film taken on the day will be used for both moving and still advertisements.
2015 - Drama/Action Film - Diren - Lead Role: Diren - Biba Film (Odeon Cinemas)
Diren, an independent film following the life, struggles and issues facing a young man on the edge. A gripping film in the drama/action genre, saw Can take on his first leading role. The film, portraying highs and immense lows, challenged Can to accurately portray a variety of emotions in sequence with the situations faced by his character. Can was not only the leading role in this film, but was also a huge part of the production and various other aspects. Diren, a Turkish language film with English subtitles captured the attention of the Turkish media, with various newspaper reports and television channels contacting, interviewing and reporting on the film. Can has been a part of all media coverage for the film, with his own headshot fore fronting the promotion of Diren.
2014 - Crime/Drama Film - Hyena - Feature: Mahmut - Number9films (National Cinemas)
Hyena, a dark thriller portraying police corruption, criminal gangs and drug trafficking in the UK. Hyena was the opening film at the 2014 Edinburgh Film Festival and later in 2014 was shown at the Toronto International Film Festival. Can took on a feature role in this film, Mahmut, the cousin of one of the gang leaders. This role saw Can working with some big figures in the UK acting scene and taking directions and advice from those around him. Cans’ role in this film lead to various short speaking parts - portraying the confidence that comes with a well-known family’s reputation, nervousness when facing criminal situations and somewhat confrontational and at times anxious behaviour, of what can be described as a ‘gang runner’, when facing different situations. Can captured the emotion, body language and tone of voice needed for his various speaking parts with excellence, considering this was his first acting role.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Description2014 - Crime/Drama Film - Hyena - Feature: Mahmut - Number9films (National Cinemas) Hyena, a dark thriller portraying police corruption, criminal gangs and drug trafficking in the UK. Hyena was the opening film at the 2014 Edinburgh Film Festival and later in 2014 was shown at the Toronto International Film Festival. Can took on a feature role in this film, Mahmut, the cousin of one of the gang leaders. This role saw Can working with some big figures in the UK acting scene and taking directions and advice from those around him. Cans’ role in this film lead to various short speaking parts - portraying the confidence that comes with a well-known family’s reputation, nervousness when facing criminal situations and somewhat confrontational and at times anxious behaviour, of what can be described as a ‘gang runner’, when facing different situations. Can captured the emotion, body language and tone of voice needed for his various speaking parts with excellence, considering this was his first acting role.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Description2015 - Drama/Action Film - Diren - Lead Role: Diren - Biba Film (Odeon Cinemas) Diren, an independent film following the life, struggles and issues facing a young man on the edge. A gripping film in the drama/action genre, saw Can take on his first leading role. The film, portraying highs and immense lows, challenged Can to accurately portray a variety of emotions in sequence with the situations faced by his character. Can was not only the leading role in this film, but was also a huge part of the production and various other aspects. Diren, a Turkish language film with English subtitles captured the attention of the Turkish media, with various newspaper reports and television channels contacting, interviewing and reporting on the film. Can has been a part of all media coverage for the film, with his own headshot fore fronting the promotion of Diren.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Description2015 - Film Promo - The Climb - Feature - Nutopia The Climb, what is said to be an exciting new film shooting in the UK toward the end of 2015 and start of 2016. Can took part in the exciting film promo for The Climb – Taking on the role of an Americanised western worker. With costumes supplied by Nutopia, Can’s role on the day involved the portrayal of the daily work life and struggle of a worker from the era. Hauling parts of a carriage up the side of a small, rocky mountain – Can portrayed the struggle, strain, restless emotion and exhaustion that would have been felt by those getting through life in this era. Due to the effort put in on the day, the precise portrayal of his character, along with his work ethic – Can has now been shortlisted to appear as a feature in the film. Film taken on the day will be used for both moving and still advertisements.
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Description2015 - Film Promo - The Climb - Feature - Nutopia The Climb, what is said to be an exciting new film shooting in the UK toward the end of 2015 and start of 2016. Can took part in the exciting film promo for The Climb – Taking on the role of an Americanised western worker. With costumes supplied by Nutopia, Can’s role on the day involved the portrayal of the daily work life and struggle of a worker from the era. Hauling parts of a carriage up the side of a small, rocky mountain – Can portrayed the struggle, strain, restless emotion and exhaustion that would have been felt by those getting through life in this era. Due to the effort put in on the day, the precise portrayal of his character, along with his work ethic – Can has now been shortlisted to appear as a feature in the film. Film taken on the day will be used for both moving and still advertisements.
