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Well (2018)

7.020181h 2mKU
DocumentaryHistory

Directed by Veysî Altay

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 2m

Language

KU

Release

May 16, 2018

Director

Veysî Altay

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Overview

In the 1990s many people in Kurdistan were taken into custody and interrogated under torture; their killers disposed of the bodies by throwing them out of helicopters, or burying them in acid-filled wells. Thousands were murdered/disappeared by paramilitary forces—such as Jitem and Hizbul-Kontra—tha...

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Well (2018), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 1990s many people in Kurdistan were taken into custody and interrogated under torture; their killers disposed of the bodies by throwing them out of helicopters, or burying them in acid-filled wells. Thousands were murdered/disappeared by paramilitary forces—such as Jitem and Hizbul-Kontra—that were financed and supported by the state, though they have always stuck to the line: “We didn’t do it.” The documentary looks at the case of seven people, including four children, who were disappeared from the town of Kerboran [Dargeçit] in 1995, and tells the story of their families’ tireless search for their bones

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Well. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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