The Woman Whom Must Be Hanged

The Woman Whom Must Be Hanged

1986 · 86 min · ★ 4.5 · Drama, Crime

The film tells the story of an old husband Hüsrev and Melek, who was first a servant and then his wife. With this marriage Hüsrev’s subconscious hidden passions are revealed.

Directed by Başar Sabuncu · Written by Başar Sabuncu

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