Zugzwang
Synopsis
Selim and Muazzez are a happily married couple who infuse every moment of their lives with joy by turning situations into games and competitions without ever compromising their love and respect for each other. One fateful day, Muazzez makes a blunder that hurts Selim. Feeling disrespected, Selim reacts with an exaggerated display of anger, leading to an abrupt breakup. During their months-long period of ambiguous separation, Selim discovers his kidneys have failed.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Muhammed Günaydın
- Screenplay & Story
- Muhammed Günaydın
- Original Score
- Ozan Demir, Can Pehlivan
- Original Title
- Zugzwang
- Country of Origin
- Turkey
- Spoken Languages
- Turkish
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Muhammed Günaydın
Muhammed Günaydın
Ozan Demir, Can Pehlivan
Barbaros Engin
Serkan Demirci, Muhammed Günaydın
Muhammed Günaydın, Ecem Gündoğan, Tunçer Sengün, Berk Batuhan Kibar
Department Leadership Roster
Muhammed Günaydın
Director
Muhammed Günaydın
Producer
Ecem Gündoğan
Producer
Serkan Demirci
Editor
Muhammed Günaydın
Editor
Barbaros Engin
Director of Photography
Tunçer Sengün
Producer
Muhammed Günaydın
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zugzwang
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Zugzwang about?
Selim and Muazzez are a happily married couple who infuse every moment of their lives with joy by turning situations into games and competitions without ever compromising their love and respect for each other. One fateful day, Muazzez makes a blunder that hurts Selim. Feeling disrespected, Selim reacts with an exaggerated display of anger, leading to an abrupt breakup. During their months-long period of ambiguous separation, Selim discovers his kidneys have failed.
Who directed Zugzwang?
Zugzwang was directed by Muhammed Günaydın.
Who stars in Zugzwang?
The principal cast of Zugzwang includes Hakan Emre Ünal, Ecem Gündoğan, Ömer Faruk Yıldırım, Bora Aksu, Ahmet Kaynak.
When was Zugzwang released and how long is it?
Zugzwang was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Zugzwang?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Zugzwang was composed by Ozan Demir, Can Pehlivan.