So the day the second episode airs, I finally manage to watch Episode 1. π
I am impressed. Actually, I don't have much to compare OK with except FG, since I had been waiting for FG to get over before watching Engin's other work (wanted to remain in Kerim Zone as long as possible π³).
For starters, I was looking for similarities with Veer Zaara, and I spotted them. π The first is the scene where the jail guard looks contemptuously at the female lawyer.
The second, where the love rival frames the golden-hearted innocent guy (although this is also classic Count of Monte Cristo).
And the third scene is where the novice lawyer falters in her opening speech, only to gather courage by looking at the man she has come so far to defend.
The other two Indian references were the BG music playing when Daghan walks into the trap, reminiscent of the opening beats of It's the time to disco from Kal Ho Na Ho. Then I gave a twitch of delight when Beril mentioned the Himlayas (Engin, please visit India!) β€οΈ
The story may not be the most original ever, but the direction, acting, camera work, and the twist gave it the right edge. I loved how they used winter greys and melancholic music to create a sombre atmosphere befitting the theme of the show.
Now for the performances. I will save the best for the last. Meanwhile, let's talk about Fahriye. This is the first show of hers I am watching. She is a potential powerhouse. Her strong and clear voice is an asset. Gulcan, whom I had no expectations from, was surprisingly good, although in places her expressions seemed to mimic Eylul from BKEM.
It's Sarp who is a revelation. Since I don't follow Little Lord regularly, I didn't know what to expect from him...but the guy is damn good! His subtle change of expression when Beril is close to him, raving about Daghan, gives away all his real feelings about her. Then in the scene when he hears about Daghan's acquittal, just the still image of him holding his head in his hands conveys the volume of his foreboding.
The other supporting cast were all good. Beril's dad looked like veteran actor Om Prakash. π
It never ceases to amaze me, how the Turkish people are so similar to us. Daghan's lovely and supportive family would surely remind us of our own. His messy room, with his books and computer, and the way in which they all sat for dinner, sister teasing brother, the mother asking around for seconds...all of this was so realistic.
Finally, we come to the hero of the hour (or two hours?). Engin Akyurek.π³ Is there any role this actor can't do? How effortless he makes it look, but it's no joke to effectively play two characters in one-- the first, the naive medical intern, and the second, the cynical, dejected prisoner.
There was a visible contrast between his expressions in the two court scenes where judgment was pronounced on him. When he was convicted, there was disbelief and bewilderment. When he was acquitted, he seemed stunned, unable to believe in his freedom. From the nervous foot-tapping of the young Daghan, to the stoic and withdrawn posture of the prisoner who comes to meet Selvi, Engin adds details as only he can.π
...and how could I write about Engin without mentioning that gorgeous mane? I have yet to see a man who can carry off hairstyles like he does, especially those which would look weird on any other guy. Those Kerim-ish curls remain my favourite, though. But I need to stop raving...
Edited by blyton - 7 years ago
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