Make Me Believe

Turkish cinematology is on the rise and Netflix's new movie Make Me Believe - filmed in the beautiful northwestern Turkey is the perfect romantic Friday night movie.

Sahra and Deniz used to be childhood friends, hanging out at their grandma's house but now years later they meet again and they despise each other. Their meddling grannies try all sort of tricks to bring the two together. Will they succeed?

I like the non complicated storyline and the realistic personalities of the characters and the beauty of Turkey is absolutely overwhelming. The emotions were not all over the place (as it happens so often in other Turkish movies), the main characters slowly let us see into their hearts and motivations.

Even though the storyline is predictable and some of the actors play is adequate, it is a sweet and nice summery romance and it's definitely worth a watch.

The meddling grandmothers of Sahra and Deniz have decided enough is enough. Their two grandchildren were the best of friends growing up, until one summer when it seems that they could have been more, and afterwards it's clear to everyone that they are avoiding one another. Sahra has a rival at work and is desperate to get an exclusive interview with a reluctant and reclusive photographer. Coincidentally and unbeknownst to Sahra, Deniz is the reclusive photographer she is desperate to interview. The meddling grandmother's bring the two to their neighboring homes at the same time to attempt to get them talking again...and ultimately nature takes its course.

Ekin Koc, who plays Deniz, really makes this movie for me. His character is very romantic and how he shares his continued love for Sahra just squeezed my heart. Absolutely gorgeous seaside backdrop for this romance and Ayça Aysin Turan who plays Sahra is lovely.

I think fans of romance will enjoy this story and it is a recommendation to those romantics who are ok watching a film in Turkish.

This review is based on watching this film in it's original Turkish language with English subtitles.

I loved the movie: nice plot, funny and lighthearted. A real feel good movie, perfect for Summer. The female lead actress Ayca Aysin Turan is beautiful, funny and charismatic. I don't think I have ever seen a more beautiful woman in my life. The male lead is less charismatic but overall they make a nice couple. I think I read somewhere the movie was filmed in Asos, Turkey. What a beautiful place, it made for the perfect location for a romcom. I think for everyone reading it's definitely worth to check the movie out, you won't regret it. It has all the ingredients you want and need for a feelgood Summer romcom.

It's a beautiful movie. Simply but beautifully narrated. With exquisite performances and extraordinary scenery. Ekin a very talented actor who shows his facet in a romantic comedy . As for Ayça, who in addition to being extremely beautiful, does a very good job giving Sahar a touch of charisma and sweetness.

It's the romantic comedy you can't stop watching.

The work of the team is very good since they turned a simple story into a beautiful narrative that makes you remain trapped and with the need to see much more. It is highly recommended I hope you can enjoy as I did. I invite you to see it you will not regret it.

6.2/10 (Recommend)

This is a cute Turkish film that falls within the parameters of a Hallmark film without strictly being called a Hallmark film. The chemistry between the leads Ayça Aysin Turan (Sahra) and Ekin Koç is perfect. From the moment of the their reunion to the moment of their bond is all built up beautifully. The film still holds a certain cheesiness to it, but it works. I truly enjoyed the exoticness of not the middle of nowhere USA. For me it's hard to grasp the full emotion of the film as I get distracted from reading the subtitles, but I catch myself appropriately and the emotional moments are still touching despite having to switch between reading words and seeing the visual cues.

Thanks to a friend I've been trying to get myself more into foreign films and expand my genres and taste. This is one film I am definitely happy I checked out. It's perfect for a cuddle night on the couch. The build-up is good and the story works out to a tee. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a romcom that's a little fresh.

That's all for now. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Until next time.... Enjoy the show!