Love, Spells and All That
By Ümit Ünal
2019 | 96 min | Queer
Twenty years later, two women find themselves back on the Turkish island where, as teenagers, they fell in love for the first time.
Ümit Ünal
DirectorÜmit Ünal is a Turkish director known for his work in the film industry. He has directed several acclaimed films such as "9" (2002), "Cenneti Beklerken" (2006), and "The Lamb" (2014). Ünal has won awards for his contributions to Turkish cinema, including Best Screenplay awards at prestigious film festivals. His unique storytelling style and cinematic vision have established him as a prominent figure in the Turkish film industry.
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