But we have to respect the culture and the time this story played out. Now I must go and get on with the real world, but must say it was a lovely escape for it. The romantic historical drama is set beginning in 1916, and takes place in Russia, Crimea and British-occupied Istanbul. Even when he saw the roses that were dumped in the rubbish bin he was still thinking of her. They want to see a happy ending especially for these two wonderful people who were so so much in love. How wonderful not to have to watch physical sex and yet be overwhelmed with passion conveyed through intense facial expression and tender longing and emotion.
I would love to see them work together again. The series is so full of flaws, lust, unlike Dostoevsky; Hollywood would never attempt to film such a story so full of stupidity. I always loved reading historical romances and was fascinated society life, along with its constraints. I am so glad that I came upon it as I know I will be watching it many times. You would think they were made for each other, their passion and lust in this show is incredible. What a tragic love story but so beautifully brought to life on screen. Ushan Çakır as Jalil, friend of Seyit : Jalil Kamilof, who is in love with Bolshoi ballerina Tatya, is the frontal friend of Seyit.
The real story is different from what is depicted in the show. When it ended we had to mourn this great love between two soul mates. I know his dad wanted him married a thrush girl. It has been 3 days since I saw this but so disappointed and saddened by them not ending up together. I think that was very selfish and immature of him.
The actor has this piercing gaze, he is swoon-worthy handsome, and the lead female plays the innocent role of a young girl very well. Kurts grand daughter meet Sandra and went to Suras grave. She treated every suitor better than Seyit. I only wish that it were available with English subtitles so others in America could enjoy it, as well. It shows that even true love can have difficulty and that things don't always turn out the way we would like.
All that she went through. I am a Filipina married to an Australian. I wish they continued her storyline. I hated Seyits father I keep watching episode 1-13 hoping for a happy ending. I also liked, for example, the original Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Wallander series but Hollywood grabbed them too. The actors are so great in this I am afraid to see the end.
I had to stop watching after 21 episodes because I found out that Seyit was going to marry another woman. Nothing will ever be what Downton Abbey, , fill-in-your-favorite-here was to me! Are those eyes of Kivanc really that blue? The evolution of their relationship is an interesting one to watch unfold. Sura would have been much better as part of the Underground with Seyit. That wedding scene, where she tried to stop it and he went through with it! I loved the main characters. I think it flopped so they tried to save it by changing everything. I thought she did very well in her performance although early on not as attractive as in the Istanbul segments. If you make a purchase through an affiliate link, I will receive a percentage of the sale at no additional cost to you.
Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save Save April 7, 2017 at 2:22 pm 2 years ago Thank you, Willow and Thatch! Seda Güven as Valentina: Suleiman's stern sister. Kurt got last letter from Sura in 1926, she was asking him to come with her to usa. The original running time for each episode was 90 minutes! He is truly an amazing actor. I loved Farah Sura she was amazing. She is pretty but too ordinary for him. The show was originally supposed to have 3 seasons, but due to low ratings they hurried up and finished with two.
I want to know what happens. So far, I have felt so many emotions watching it, happiness, sadness, frustration, more frustration,. I was a mail order bride. Like This movie has awakened a passion in me that I thought was long gone. So much had happened and both acted so stubborn. He holds a grudge against Seyit and comes to fall in love with Sura.