Doğum
Doğum

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Doğum

2021
Movie
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Turkish

When Atlas is unable to reach her husband Özer for days, she learns from the police that he has gone missing. While examining the phone she finds among Özer's belongings, Atlas notices the coordinates stored in it. Determined to find out what happened to Özer, Atlas embarks on a journey following the coordinates. At the end of this journey, she discovers that her husband Özer had a secret life and confronts the reality that he was not the person she thought he was. Özer is actually a scientist. Özer, who studied at Europe's top universities and conducted groundbreaking research on dark matter and parallel universes, finally finds the transition he was seeking and succeeds in moving to a different universe. Atlas follows the clues she finds in the house to reach this transition. She ventures into the unknown to find her husband.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Mustafa KotanGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful lawyer, devastated by the loss of his child, finds himself entangled in a web of dark secrets when he takes on a new case. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a conspiracy that blurs the lines between reality and delusion. The case forces him to confront his own grief and the potential consequences of his actions.

Critical Reception

Doğum received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor. However, some found the plot convoluted and predictable, and the ending unsatisfying. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller elements and others critiquing its pacing and narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and a disappointing conclusion.

  • The film attempts a complex psychological thriller narrative but doesn't fully succeed.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce, but available comments suggest a divided opinion. Some viewers found the movie engaging and suspenseful, while others felt it was too slow-paced and lacked clarity in its storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Doğum,' translates to 'Birth' in English, hinting at themes of creation, transformation, or a new beginning, despite its dark and thriller-oriented narrative.

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