Bliss
Drama
A young woman of about 17 years old, named Meryem (Ozgu Namal), has been raped, and her village's customs call for her to be killed to restore honor and dignity to her family and village. The eldest son of the village leader, Cemal (Murat Han), is ordered to take Meryem to Istanbul and kill her, but at the last minute he cannot complete the task.
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This film offers a stark, unflinching look at the harsh realities of tradition and survival. It's a heavy, emotionally draining experience that lingers long after the credits roll, demanding your full attention.
bleakunsettlingsomberintenseslow-burnarthousesocial realismgritty dramahonortraditionsurvivalinjustice
turkeysexual humiliationcultural differenceaegean sea
