Zürafa Sokak: Genelevin Gizli Defterleri

This documentary, *Giraffe Street*, explores the untold story of one of Türkiye's most controversial legal systems, spanning from the establishment to the closure of the Karaköy brothels. It examines the vast empire built by Matild Manukyan, the state-controlled legal brothel system, the licensing system, and the rules enforced behind closed doors for years. How a single pink license can completely change a woman's life, the records of the morality police, the visitation system, and practices kept hidden from the public are all explored in detail through official records, testimonies, and historical documents. For years, *Giraffe Street*, known as one of Istanbul's most mysterious spots, was more than just a brothel district. It explores Matild Manukyan's rise, the struggles of licensed women, the workings of the state-established system, and the sector's transition to digital platforms after its collapse. Even though the system ended, the structure it left behind continues to live on in different forms. To share in our efforts and join us as a "Witness": https://www.youtube.com/@melihcapindo... Other Stories: • Enes Kanter Freedom: A Life Story to Take Care of    • Enes Kanter Freedom: İbretlik Bir Hayat Hi...   • Aziz Yıldırım: The Closing Curtain of a Legend!    • Aziz Yıldırım: Bir Efsanenin Kapanış Perdesi!   Episodes: 00:00 Introduction: Giraffe Street 02:36 Episode (1) The Birth of Giraffe Street 05:40 Episode (2) The Matild Manukyan System 10:53 Episode (3) Digitized Brothels #giraffestreet #matildmanukyan #documentary #melihcapindocs