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Number 14
Yaprak is just one of thousands of young women, who leave their quiet village lives behind them to seek their fortune in Istanbul. But the reality of life in a big city is harsh, and Yaprak is forced to take a job in one of the cities licensed brothels. Her beauty and youth make her popular with the patrons and she is soon the focus of the attention of two men; Necmi, a spineless but well meaning young man, and Arab, a deranged pimp who has recently lost his main source of income, his wife Zargana. Necmi wants to take Yaprak away from her nightmare existence, but soon finds himself forced to separate from her by the viscous Arab. Arab spends all of Yaprak's money, but after a savage attack on her, she comes to her senses. She and Necmi get married and as Yaprak says farewell to her friends in the brothel, Arab returns for the last time to seek his brutal revenge...
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Plot Summary
Number 14 was a British anthology television series that aired on ITV. Each episode presented a self-contained story, often with a twist ending, exploring themes of the supernatural, science fiction, and the macabre. The series featured a rotating cast and diverse range of narratives, from eerie ghost stories to futuristic tales.
Critical Reception
Number 14 is remembered as a cult classic among fans of British genre television, particularly for its inventive storytelling and memorable, often unsettling, episodes. While not a mainstream hit, it garnered a dedicated following for its unique blend of horror, sci-fi, and dark humor. Its anthology format allowed for varied quality, but standout episodes are still discussed today.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its imaginative and often chilling storylines.
Appreciated for its diverse range of genre explorations.
Noted for its memorable twist endings.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this older, niche British series. However, discussions on fan forums and retrospective articles indicate a fondness for its unique blend of dark humor and suspenseful narratives.
Fun Fact
The series was known for its distinctive, albeit low-budget, visual style and its willingness to experiment with different narrative structures and tones within its anthology format.
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