Hey, I’m Gailan, and I like to think of myself as being from everywhere! I’m not too hung up on where you’re from or your background. What really matters to me is learning something new from you, making lasting memories, and having fun conversations. I love diving into deep discussions about abstract ideas, and I’m always curious about cultural differences, languages, and histories. Let’s explore life and all its twists and turns together!

Interests

• books
• literature
• movies
• chess
• traveling
• classical music
• swimming
• cultural immersion
• tv shows
• cultural exchange
• languages and cultures
• tvseries
• nature walks
• extrovert
• classical literature

Music, Movies, and Books

I’m into music that moves both the mind and soul. I have a deep appreciation for classical composers like Shostakovich, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, and Chopin.

I’m deeply passionate about movies, especially those that tap into the complexity of human emotions. Polish cinema, (which is my favorite) in particular, captures that raw intensity. I’m a huge admirer of Krzysztof Kieslowski’s work. His ability to explore love, morality, and the human condition is unparalleled. In Hollywood, David Lynch fascinates me with his surreal, dreamlike storytelling that always leaves you questioning reality.

Some of my favorite films are:

• Zimna Wojna (Cold War) (2018)
• The Pianist (2002)
• Krótki film o miłości (A Short Film About Love) (1988)
• Krótki film o zabijaniu (A Short Film About Killing) (1988)
• Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
• Mulholland Dr. (2001)
• Taxi Driver (1976)
• Schindler’s List (1993)
• Scent of a Woman (1992)

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, Poland, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Iraq, Poland