Abortion 1981
Machine translationOriginal title: Kürtaj
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Synopsis
The film deals with events caused by an illicit relationship. Suna lives with her brother Rifat in one of the suburbs of Istanbul. Aspiring to a glamorous life, Suna plans to find a rich husband and become wealthy one day. Therefore, she enters into a relationship with businessman Yusuf to keep him close. However, Yusuf is stalling Suna with promises of marriage. Meanwhile, Suna has become pregnant. When Yusuf learns of this, he offers Suna to have an abortion. Otherwise, he threatens that he will not take custody of the child. Suna decides to play a dangerous game, thinking she has nothing to lose.
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Mood and atmosphere
Dive into a poignant exploration of yearning and complexity, where the atmosphere of Istanbul’s suburbs wraps around your senses, evoking a blend of nostalgia and heartbreak. This film resonates with themes of ambition and the bittersweet pursuit of love, reflecting the struggles of a young woman caught between dreams of a glamorous future and the harsh realities of her choices. The intimate, sometimes darkly lit scenes create a cozy yet unsettling ambiance, perfect for a winter evening of reflection. As Suna navigates her tangled emotions of hope and despair, the haunting soundtrack lingers, amplifying the film's exploration of identity, freedom, and the weight of societal expectations, making it ideal for those seeking an emotional and thought-provoking experience.
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