This story might seem like a familiar one, often reported in the newspapers. However, director, producer and scriptwriter Feo Aladağ has managed to create a multi-layered and poignant portrait of a family, far removed from the typical clichés. Umay lives together with her husband, Kemal, and their son, Cem, in a suburb of the Turkish metropolis, Istanbul. Kemal’s regular and violent outbursts are directed at his wife and his son. Umay develops a tremendous yearning for her hometown, Berlin, and her parents. Hopeless, Umay packs her things and runs away from her life and marriage in Istanbul. Umay is suddenly alienated from the family and becomes the target of an honour killing plot.
Drama | 2010 | Directed by Feo Aladağ
German with English subtitles
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