The Broken Landlord
Züğürt AğaRating: 8.12 |
Year:1985 |
Country:TR |
Description:
In a small, rural village called Haraptar, the landowner Agha marries off his elderly father to the young, enchanting Kiraz in hopes of securing stability for their family. Tragically, however, Agha's father dies on the very night of their union, setting in motion a chain of events that spiral out of control.As a crippling drought grips the village and tensions rise between Agha and Kekec Salman - Kiraz's vengeful older brother - the villagers are pushed to the brink. With no other choice, they steal Agha's crops and flee to Istanbul in search of a better life. The once thriving village now stands empty, leaving Agha with nothing but debt and despair as he follows his peasants to the big city.Istanbul proves to be no salvation for Agha, as he struggles to adapt to the fast-paced urban lifestyle. His poor financial decisions lead to the loss of everything he had worked so hard to build. Amidst this turmoil, even his own family abandons him, leaving Agha alone in his despair.This heartrending tale explores the themes of loss, betrayal, and the human capacity for resilience against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.