The Woman Has No Name

The Woman Has No Name

A woman's fight for her identity and freedom as a woman.

1988 · 90 min · ★ 6.9 · Drama

Işık visits a friend's summer home to spend some time alone after growing up under the strain of her surroundings and family. Here, she reflects on her prior issues and the challenges she has encountered as a woman.

Directed by Atıf Yılmaz · Written by Atıf Yılmaz

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