The Cut

A harrowing, slow-burn journey through loss and silence, offering moments of quiet hope amid historical trauma.

Directed by

Fatih Akin

Genres

History, Adventure, Mystery

Starring

Tahar Rahim, Simon Abkarian, Makram J. Khoury

Overview

In 1915, a man survives the Armenian genocide in the Ottoman Empire, but loses his family, speech and faith. One night, he learns that his twin daughters may be alive, and goes on a quest to find them.

How it feels

Bleak, melancholic, earnest and tense. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Grief, survival, family, isolation

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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