Yavuz Turgul was born 1946 in Istanbul.   Graduated from Istanbul University Institute of Journalism. Began working as a journalist for Ses magazine in 1969. Worked as a script writer for Arzu Film between 1975-1980. Began working as a copywriter for Manajans in 1980. In 1993, he and Jeffi Medina started Medina/Turgul advertising agency. Worked in advertising until 2003. Has been an award-winning film director since 1984. His filmography includes 1984: ”Fahriye Abla”, 1986: “Muhsin Bey”, 1991: “Aşk Filmlerinin Unutulmaz Yönetmeni”, 1993: “Gölge Oyunu”, 1996: “Eşkıya”. 2004: “Gönül Yarası” 2010: “Av Mevsimi”