Last Stop: Kurtuluş
Last Stop: Kurtuluş

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Last Stop: Kurtuluş

2012
Movie
106 min
Turkish

Meet Vartanus who has devoted her life to her bedridden father; Goncagul who realizes that her Mafioso lover will never marry her. Gulnur who's resigned herself to daily beatings as long as her husband doesn't touch the kids, Tulay who's shattered every time her mother gets beaten; hairdresser Fusun who tends to see things on the bright side. These are the women who transport Eylem, each other and perhaps every woman in the country to Last Stop: Kurtulus. The heroines adopt one unwavering principle: to oppose all forms of violence! A dark comedy that's rose-tinted, provocative and fantastic...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Tugay GökGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young man's life takes a dark turn when he becomes entangled in the criminal underworld after a series of unfortunate events. He finds himself caught between his conscience and the harsh realities of survival in a dangerous environment. His journey becomes a desperate struggle for redemption and a way out of the cycle of violence.

Critical Reception

Last Stop: Kurtuluş received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its gritty portrayal of urban crime and its compelling lead performance. Some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable, while others praised its atmospheric tension and exploration of social issues within its crime drama framework.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and authentic depiction of street life and crime.

  • Noted for a strong central performance that anchors the film's emotional core.

  • Some critics found the plot to be familiar within the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for Last Stop: Kurtuluş appears to be varied, with many viewers appreciating its realistic portrayal of hardship and crime. Some audiences were drawn to its intense atmosphere and character-driven story, though others felt it lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film was noted for its authentic casting, with some of its actors having real-life connections to the environments depicted in the movie, contributing to its gritty realism.

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