Kuzu (2014)
Anno di uscita: 2014
Nazione: N/A
Alternative Title: The Lamb, Το αρνάκι, Ягненок, Jagnje, Güneye Bakan Duvar
Regista: Kutlug Ataman, Kutluğ Ataman
Writer: Kutlug Ataman, Kutluğ Ataman
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: circumcision, rural area, tradition, turkey
Storia
In a small village, Mert, a young boy, is about to undergo a traditional circumcision ritual, but his family lacks the funds for the celebratory feast that follows. To afford a lamb for the meal, Mert's older sister plays a cruel joke on him, suggesting their father might sacrifice Mert instead if they can't buy one. Meanwhile, Mert's mother, Medine, is determined to provide for the feast despite their poverty. She puts her family to work gathering branches to earn money towards purchasing a sheep.
Riassunto
Kuzu (2014), directed by Kutlug Ataman, is a poignant Turkish drama centered around traditions and familial struggles in rural Anatolia. The film revolves around Mert's circumcision ritual, a coming-of-age event that takes a darker turn due to the family's financial hardship. Through Medine's unwavering determination and her children's perspective on their circumstances, Kuzu explores themes of poverty, tradition, and the lengths parents go to protect their children.
