Nazlı
Nazlı

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Nazlı

2017
Movie
85 min
Azerbaijani

Nazli, despite being very intelligent and educated, prefers whims, luxurious living, night clubs, and an expensive lifestyle. Nazli's father Shamil is a serious businessman, faithful to tradition. He does everything he can to help his daughter start a family life. However, starting a family is not part of Nazli's plans. After Nazli's night out, Shamil's patience runs out. He sets a condition for his daughter: Either Nazli will get married, or Shamil will deprive his daughter of her wealth. After that, Nazli's adventures begin...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Mustafa Uğur YağcıoğluGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Nazlı, a young woman grappling with the aftermath of a difficult childhood, finds herself entangled in a complex relationship with Cem, a man who offers her a path to a new life. As she navigates their burgeoning connection, Nazlı is forced to confront the lingering shadows of her past and make difficult choices about her future. The film explores themes of identity, trauma, and the possibility of redemption.

Critical Reception

Nazlı received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often highlighted its strong performances, particularly from lead actress Burcu Biricik. The film was praised for its sensitive portrayal of a character dealing with deep-seated emotional issues and for its atmospheric direction. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat slow-paced or predictable in parts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Burcu Biricik's compelling performance.

  • Appreciated for its sensitive handling of difficult emotional themes.

  • Some found the pacing to be a bit too deliberate.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Nazlı is not widely available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Actress Burcu Biricik, who plays the titular character, is a well-known figure in Turkish television, often taking on complex dramatic roles.

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