Meryem, My Meryem is a powerful historical drama set in the Eastern Mediterranean. Inspired by a true story that has lived on through songs and laments, the film follows the tragic and unforgettable tale of Meryem—a story that marked a deep wound in the collective memory of the region.
Through the love between Meryem and Cemil, the film paints a sweeping portrait of a people’s experience over the last century. It confronts the oppression endured by the local population under the Ottoman Empire and examines its long-lasting echoes in the present day.
Directed by Uğur Kara and written in collaboration with Caner Gümüş, this film is not only a story of love and loss, but also a bold cinematic reflection on identity, memory, and historical injustice.
