Uzak Sehrin Masali

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Uzak Şehrin Masalı (The Tale of the Far City): A Story of Escape, Secrets, and Survival

Uzak Şehrin Masalı is a Turkish drama series that aired on FOX from 12 September to 14 October 2021. Produced by 25 Film, directed by Mustafa Şevki Doğan, and written by Can Sinan, the series consists of a single season with five episodes. It stars Aslıhan Güner, Barış Kılıç, Timur Acar, and Begüm Birgören in leading roles.

Plot Summary

Umay Demirkan (Aslıhan Güner) has endured years of psychological and physical abuse from her husband, Affan (Timur Acar), for the sake of their children. Upon discovering that Affan has fathered a child with another woman, Umay decides to leave him. She escapes with her two children to her childhood village, Eskitepe, seeking refuge with her estranged sister, Sonay (Begüm Birgören).

Meanwhile, Kürşat Eroğlu (Barış Kılıç), a fugitive with a mysterious past, illegally crosses the border and hides in Sonay’s house to evade the authorities. To conceal his identity, Umay, Sonay, and Kürşat pretend that Kürşat is Sonay’s missing husband. As their lives intertwine, a complex web of secrets, past traumas, and unexpected emotions unfolds in the secluded village.

Main Cast

• Aslıhan Güner as Umay Demirkan
• Barış Kılıç as Kürşat Eroğlu
• Timur Acar as Affan Demirkan

Themes and Reception

The series delves into themes of domestic abuse, familial estrangement, and the quest for freedom and identity. Set against the backdrop of rural Turkey, it portrays the struggles of a woman seeking to rebuild her life and protect her children, while confronting the shadows of her past.

Despite its compelling narrative and strong performances, Uzak Şehrin Masalı concluded after a brief run of five episodes. The series was noted for its atmospheric storytelling and the emotional depth of its characters.