When We Leave
Release Date: January 28, 2011 (NY, LA)
Studio: Olive Films
Director: Feo Aladag
Screenwriter: Feo Aladag
Starring: Sobe; Kekilli, Florian Lukas, Alwara Hofels, Nursel,
Genre: Drama
Summary: “When we leave,” examines the struggle of a woman’s personal freedom. It is a compelling story and shocking to a woman trapped in an abusive relationship, they must not only be free of this marriage, but also cultural prejudices and judgments that remain there. Aladag Feo built the nuances of the film in six years. repeated to his players during seven months. It delves into the details of a culture that is revealed in remarkable detail. The result is a film that balances the complex social problems with the honest desire of men. Thanks to the brutality, “When we go” is also a love story, the struggle for compassion, the inexorable force of the family and the need to love and be loved.
Of German origin Umay (Sibel Kekilli) flees his oppressive marriage in Istanbul, Cem, taking her young son with her. She hopes to find a better life with his family in Berlin, but his unexpected arrival created intense conflict. His family is trapped in its conventions, torn between her love for her and the traditional values of their community. Finally, his father decided to return to Turkey Cem. To keep your child Umay is forced to move again. She finds the inner strength to build a new life for herself and Cem, but their need for love of his family led to a series of failed attempts at reconciliation. What Umay not realize how deep the wounds are gone, and the danger of their struggle for self-determination has become.
: Olive Films, Alwara Hofels, Feo Aladag, Florian Lukas, Nursel