Motherland (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2015, Motherland is a drama film directed by Senem Tüzen, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Nesrin is an urban, middle-class woman recovering from a divorce. She’s quit her office job, abandoned her house in Istanbul, and come to the village house of her deceased grandmother to finish a novel and live out her childhood dream of being a writer. When her conservative and increasingly unhinged mother turns up uninvited and refuses to leave, Nesrin’s writing stalls and her fantasies of village life turn bitter as the two are forced to confront the darker corners of each other’s inner worlds.
Who’s in it. Motherland stars Esra Bezen Bilgin as Nesrin, Nihal Koldaş as Halise, Nihal Koldaş as Halise and Semih Aydin as Halil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Motherland has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Motherland page.
If you liked it. Fans of Motherland tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Motherland (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Motherland change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Motherland worth watching?
- Motherland holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Motherland?
- Motherland stars Esra Bezen Bilgin, Nihal Koldaş, Nihal Koldaş, Semih Aydin and Fatma Kısa.
- When was Motherland released?
- Motherland was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.