Namus

A grim, slow-burning melodrama of rural honour and cruelty, watching a woman's life unravel with relentless, sorrowful inevitability.

Directed by

Duygu Sağıroğlu

Starring

Fatma Girik, Perihan Savaş, Giray Alpan

Overview

Orhan, the son of Kemal Bey, the owner of the farm, rapes Zeynep, the daughter of Ali Kâhya. Zeynep, who had pinned her hopes on the promise of marriage, does not tell anyone about it. When Kemal Bey learns of the situation, he decides to marry the couple. However, he dies before his wish can be fulfilled. Orhan, who does not want to marry Zeynep, sells her to others. Unable to return to her village due to this situation, Zeynep begins working as a prostitute. When Ali Kâhya comes to Istanbul, the truth is revealed. Ali Kâhya takes Zeynep and returns to the village. However, the evil Orhan will inflict on the family does not end there.

How it feels

Bleak, melancholic, tense and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Betrayal, justice, class, power

Content

Strong violence and sexual content. Mild gore and language.

Note

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

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