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Zugzwang
2025·18m·★ 1.5
TR original
Selim and Muazzez are a happily married couple who infuse every moment of their lives with joy by turning situations into games and competitions without ever compromising their love and respect for each other. One fateful day, Muazzez makes a blunder that hurts Selim. Feeling disrespected, Selim reacts with an exaggerated display of anger, leading to an abrupt breakup. During their months-long period of ambiguous separation, Selim discovers his kidneys have failed.
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A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
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Light commitment · 18m
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