Serial Cook

Serial Cook

2018 · 103 min · ★ 6.4 · Comedy, Drama, Crime

Meet Neslihan. A perfect cook, an expert on Turkish cuisine, strictly loyal to her husband, an impeccable house wife... and a serial killer.

Directed by Ümit Ünal · Written by Ümit Ünal

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