Day and Night

About This Movie

So, 'Day and Night' is this haunting drama from 2025 that dives deep into personal trauma and the complexities of mental health. Tufan's return to his roots in Izmir after his mother's suicide is heavy, and that sense of loss really seeps into the entire atmosphere of the film. The pacing has this slow burn that kind of mirrors Tufan's mental unraveling, which I found really effective. Gülşen's character is particularly compelling; her experience with multiple personality disorder is portrayed with a rawness that feels both unsettling and poignant. The practical effects used to depict her struggles are minimal yet impactful, lending a stark reality to her plight. The performances pull you in — they’re gritty, layered, and quite thought-provoking. It’s not your typical drama, that’s for sure.

Strong focus on mental health themesAtmospheric setting in IzmirCharacter-driven storytelling