Tyran
Tyran

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Tyran

2015
Movie
18 min
Danish

Christian lives with his girlfriend Julie. She has just started a new job, and when she tells him that she has already been invited to a Christmas party, Christian becomes jealous. He disappears into dark thoughts and soon finds himself in a situation where he only wants confirmation of his own truth.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Yilmaz ArslanGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young Turkish woman, Fatma, navigates her difficult life in Germany after being disfigured by acid. She finds solace and a new path forward when she meets and falls in love with a younger, charismatic Turkish musician, who encourages her to embrace her appearance and pursue her dreams.

Critical Reception

Tyran received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising Aylin Tezel's powerful performance and the film's sensitive exploration of trauma and resilience. Some noted its deliberate pacing, while others found the narrative compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and themes of overcoming adversity.

  • Some found the film's pacing to be slow, but appreciated its emotional depth.

  • A compelling character study of resilience and self-acceptance.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film at the Golden Orange Film Festival (Turkey).

Fun Fact

Aylin Tezel, who plays the lead role, also wrote the screenplay for 'Tyran'.

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