Abandoned Man introduces its central figure, Baran, as a man whose youth was fundamentally stolen by his own family. Director Çagri Vila Lostuvali frames this somber Turkish drama as an exploration of the crushing weight of familial betrayal and the difficult path to rebuilding a life from ashes.
The premise is stark and unforgiving. Baran is released from a long prison sentence for a crime he did not commit, only to be immediately thrown into a new crisis that is a direct consequence of his family’s past sins.
The sudden responsibility for his young niece, Lidya, forces him to confront a past he wishes to escape and fight for a future he never imagined.
The premise is stark and unforgiving. Baran is released from a long prison sentence for a crime he did not commit, only to be immediately thrown into a new crisis that is a direct consequence of his family’s past sins.
The sudden responsibility for his young niece, Lidya, forces him to confront a past he wishes to escape and fight for a future he never imagined.
- 25.8.2025
- von Vimala Mangat
- Gazettely
Originally titled ‘Metruk Adam,’ Netflix’s ‘Abandoned Man’ is a Turkish drama movie helmed by Çagri Vila Lostuvali. The narrative follows Baran, a tormented and broken man who was forced to serve time for a crime that his brother committed. With his life turned upside down due to the incarceration, he aims to get his life back on track after he is released from prison, but it’s easier said than done. As he dreams of opening his own repair shop, Baran forms an unexpected bond with his niece, Lidya, who plays an important role in helping him confront his past and rebuild his life.
With the responsibility of his...
With the responsibility of his...
- 22.8.2025
- von Naman Shrestha
- Moviedelic
The diegesis of Abandoned Man (Metruk Adam) is constructed around Baran, a man whose soul, we are told, even time itself cannot mend. Portrayed by Mert Ramazan Demir, Baran emerges from a lengthy prison sentence, a term he served not for his own transgression but for a crime committed by his brother. This act of familial sacrifice, far from being a source of honor, has metastasized into a festering internal wound. His re-entry into society is a study in friction; he aims to construct a new life, symbolized by the modest dream of opening a repair shop, yet he remains shackled to his family’s misfortunes and the profound torment of his past.
- 22.8.2025
- von Anna Green
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
Max Goes Live In Turkey, Vows Originals Spend
Warner Bros Discovery has officially launched streamer Max in Turkey. The service replaces Wbd’s existing streamer, BluTV, and will debut with a trio of new local originals such as Anatomy of Chaos, Jasmin and Feride alongside premiering U.S. shows including The Last of Us Season 2 and the final season of The Handmaid’s Tale, and movies including Barbie, the Harry Potter franchise and the Dune films. At a press launch today in Turkey, Wbd unveiled the TV originals and gave first looks at the upcoming Turkish series First Göktürk, Prince Season 3 and Çekiç ve Gül: Bir Behzat Ç. Hikayesi Season 3. For a limited period, subscribers will also get access to Eurosport. “Bringing Max to Türkiye is a key milestone for Warner Bros. Discovery and marks the completion of the successful integration of BluTV into our portfolio,” said Jamie Cooke, General Manager Cee,...
Warner Bros Discovery has officially launched streamer Max in Turkey. The service replaces Wbd’s existing streamer, BluTV, and will debut with a trio of new local originals such as Anatomy of Chaos, Jasmin and Feride alongside premiering U.S. shows including The Last of Us Season 2 and the final season of The Handmaid’s Tale, and movies including Barbie, the Harry Potter franchise and the Dune films. At a press launch today in Turkey, Wbd unveiled the TV originals and gave first looks at the upcoming Turkish series First Göktürk, Prince Season 3 and Çekiç ve Gül: Bir Behzat Ç. Hikayesi Season 3. For a limited period, subscribers will also get access to Eurosport. “Bringing Max to Türkiye is a key milestone for Warner Bros. Discovery and marks the completion of the successful integration of BluTV into our portfolio,” said Jamie Cooke, General Manager Cee,...
- 15.4.2025
- von Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Every fantasy fiction has countless characters that have a purpose to serve. Fantasy fiction stories contain aspects like powers, magic, prophecies, and mythical creatures that serve a bigger purpose for the narrative to move forwards. There are always many characters that guide the lead towards a goal they are supposed to complete to fulfill their destiny. In that process, he/she will have to sacrifice many things. Shahmaran is one such tale of good and evil powers along with mythical creatures. There are a couple of villain characters that add madness to the story.
Sahsu Demir
Serenay Sarikaya is the actress who plays the role of Sahsu Demir, the only granddaughter of Davut Demir. Her only aim in life so far is to find out why her grandfather abandoned her mother. Since she herself became a victim of abandonment after her father left her and her mother, Sahsu wanted to...
Sahsu Demir
Serenay Sarikaya is the actress who plays the role of Sahsu Demir, the only granddaughter of Davut Demir. Her only aim in life so far is to find out why her grandfather abandoned her mother. Since she herself became a victim of abandonment after her father left her and her mother, Sahsu wanted to...
- 9.8.2024
- von Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
“The System”
Ramazan Demir
Turkey
Synopsis:
The system works non-stop, and when one day it destroys all natural resources, it’s time to turn.
“About Us”
King Cao
China
Synopsis:
Yan is a young photographer who struggles with her unsuccessful career; Zu is about to meet his old friend who quit job with him 5 years ago; and Yaoyao is working about her secret decision being found out by her parents. Three stories, three characters, they might seem different but they all share the same universe. It’s a film about you, me, him and her – it’s about us.
“Eraser”
Masatoshi Hasegawa
Japan
Synopsis:
At first glance, Soh seems to be a regular schoolboy who loves games. As his story slowly unfolds, between long leaves of grass and fluffy clouds, his personality starts to take a clearer shape. He is happy and pristine, untainted by the world. Until unexpectedly, one day,...
Ramazan Demir
Turkey
Synopsis:
The system works non-stop, and when one day it destroys all natural resources, it’s time to turn.
“About Us”
King Cao
China
Synopsis:
Yan is a young photographer who struggles with her unsuccessful career; Zu is about to meet his old friend who quit job with him 5 years ago; and Yaoyao is working about her secret decision being found out by her parents. Three stories, three characters, they might seem different but they all share the same universe. It’s a film about you, me, him and her – it’s about us.
“Eraser”
Masatoshi Hasegawa
Japan
Synopsis:
At first glance, Soh seems to be a regular schoolboy who loves games. As his story slowly unfolds, between long leaves of grass and fluffy clouds, his personality starts to take a clearer shape. He is happy and pristine, untainted by the world. Until unexpectedly, one day,...
- 29.7.2021
- von Rouven Linnarz
- AsianMoviePulse
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