Ela is a respected artist, Can is a successful architect. They live in a stylish house Can designed for them, in one of Istanbul’s most prestigious neighborhoods. Though the passion has mostly gone out of their relationship, mutual respect and admiration keep their union afloat. That is, until Ela overhears one of Can’s phone conversations... Ela’s cushy life is quickly overshadowed by mistrust. Though she is deeply shaken, she is afraid to acknowledge it. For a little while, true happiness and self-respect take a back seat to comfort and security. Both go into complete denial. Their disillusionment, however, becomes apparent when Ela develops somatic symptoms, bringing her feelings of entrapment to the surface. The marriage is teetering on the edge and Ela struggles with a huge decision. |
