Uzak Sehir

One of the biggest weaknesses of this film is the way the child character is portrayed. He has no trace of his past-no memories of his previous life, no friends, no home, no toys, no connection to the completely different environment where he was born and raised, and not even a natural attachment to his mother. It feels as if he was born into this family and in Mardin at that very moment, with no emotional or psychological impact from his past. This lack of depth makes the character unrealistic and unconvincing. A child's past, especially in a story like this, should shape their behavior, emotions, and interactions. It would have been much more believable if the filmmakers had consulted a child psychologist to ensure a more natural and psychologically accurate depiction of the child's experiences and reactions.

"Uzak Sehir" sounds like a captivating adaptation of Al Hayba, with a unique storyline bridging Canada and Mardin. The narrative, centered on Alya's journey to fulfill her late husband's last wish, explores the intricate dynamics of the Albora family while unraveling the dangers of their world. The enchanting backdrop of Mardin Midyat adds depth to the storytelling, enhancing its visual and emotional appeal.

As Halil Ozdemir, a merchant involved in this dramatic tale, I had the privilege of contributing to this compelling production. The performances of Ozan Akbaba and Sinem Unsal stand out, delivering powerful and authentic portrayals of their characters. The realistic dialogues and dramatic narrative leave a lasting impression, making Uzak Sehir not just a story but an experience.

It's a great series, even though I normally hate watching TV series/movies, it hooked me. Everyone tries to fulfill their roles in the best way possible and I think they show excellent acting. I can't give spoilers, but I definitely recommend you to watch it. I want to talk briefly about the subject. Ayla's husband Boran dies in a traffic accident. Ayla and her son Deniz Cihan come to Mardin with the funeral, but the Alboras do not allow them to return. If I explain the rest, it will be a spoiler. Be sure to watch it. A movie broadcast on Kanal D, distant city by the way. My favorite characters Ayla ,deniz cihan.

I made the mistake of ignoring this superb series because of their poster, thinking that it will be a lazy family drama with a kid involved.

Finally when I gave it a try, I was blown away from the very first episode. It gripped me from the srat to the available last episode. Music is also phenomenal and very well complement the fast pace story.

No dragging moments, no rubbish to stretch the episodes, pure entertainment with mysterious plot twists and decent action. I believe story will unfold and it will turn into an action packed series.

Have not find anything after Cukur but so far it has the potential to reach to that level.

I'm not a big fan of Turkish series, which I sometimes find too "cliché", and this one combines all the ingredients to keep people on the edge of their seats and hooked.

The characters of Alya and Cihan are endearing, and their explosive "relationship" makes us want more.

The dynamics of the other actors, in addition to their touching stories where we feel for each of them, not to mention the breathtaking scenery of Mardin, make this show a gem.

You'll love the slow burn between Cihan and Alya, you'll feel sad for the fate of the characters, you'll be caught up in the tribal conflicts, Sadakat and Ecmel's hatred, Demir's revenge, Mine's jealousies and, strangely, you'll love hating the antagonists... The episodes are fluid and the acting is good, so go for it, guys!