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My husband and I have been big fans of Çagatay Ulusoy since his performance in the 2016-2017 Turkish series Içerde (Insider). The Terzi series just solidified for us what an amazing actor he is. He plays Peyami, who is a tailor by trade and is wearing his cards very close to his chest...juggling multiple secrets while trying to help keep his childhood friend-business partner in check. His best friend is Dimitri who is on the verge of his wedding to Esvet and has had Peyami make her wedding dress without ever actually seeing her. Peyami's grandfather passes away and in moves his grandmother with his mentally ill father Mustafa, who he has tried to keep from both the public and his best friend. To help him wrangle work, his best friend, and at least one of his secrets is Suzi, his right hand and office manager. This strong and hardworking character is played by the lovely Ece Sükan.

This is the first time I have seen mental illness portrayed in a Turkish series. First, I want to mention what an amazing job Olgun Simsek is doing portraying the mentally ill character of Mustafa, who had meningitis in his youth and has been kept perpetually young mentally ever since. His son Peyami has been ashamed of his father and asked his grandfather to help hide him away. It is interesting to watch Peyami's struggling with both loving his father and being ashamed. Additionally he has had a secret search going for his biological mother who has not been in his life.

This isn't the only mental illness in the series...Esvet, is adopted by a couple who have a mentally ill son who needs to be taken care of and Dimitri himself seems to suffer from some kind of psychosis that causes violent irrational outbreaks and results in cruel behavior...while at the same time he seems to have an affinity for the innocent animals and child like mentally ill.

My favorite character was Cemre, who was a bit of a surprise in season two. Initially, I thought she was going to be destructive and cause nothing but problems...but she seems to walk this interesting and supportive line that surprised me.

I am writing this review in between the second and third season...and I have to say the third season has a lot to wrap up. Season one ends in a cliffhanger that makes you concerned for a beloved character's life and season two has a beautiful reunion ending.

Really well acted, gorgeous Turkish sets, beautiful musical score, whirling Sufi Dervishes, and a unique story built around family/mental illness make this drama a worth watching series.

My review is based on watching this series in the original Turkish language with English subtitles.

The script simplified the story. I can't say that it was successful due to very long unnecessary scenes and insufficient character depictions. It's not too bad to watch though. It's not a waste of time either. Because the story is good. The acting of Olgun Simsek, Celile Toyon and especially Salih Bademci are impressive. If you want to watch. Do it . If you don't, you'll miss the good story. As you watch the series, you will continue to wonder where the story will lead. I hope it will take place in Turkish TV series. As a result, you should not don't give up easily. As I mentioned before, it's definitely not a waste of time.

I'll admit that I really have to be in a particular type of mood to endure a Netflix Turkiye production, but every once in a while they put out something that leaves an impact quite unique from western productions.

To the seasoned critique, it will come across cheesy and basic, leaving them bored and tuning out a few episodes in. It almost happended to me but as I said, on this occasion I was in a particular mood to not watch with my mind but rather my heart. I think the why 'Dizis' (Turkish serials) appeal to a certain audience is that they apply life lessons most of us can relate to. While undoubetby far more entertaining to watch, I can't relate to Alien Covenant, Interstellar, the Irishman etc.

The Taylor started slow, and during the first few episodes I got distracted and lost focus. My first impression of Dimitri was that of a cheap suit; a loud horny obnoxious guy with a cross tattoo on his forearm. It came across a bit tacky and cringe, so I was immediately put off. The disabled father had zero emotional effect on me; probably the exact opposite of what was intended (too soon for ott emotion!!!). And the straw that broke the camel's back was the Tony Stark vision thing Peyami did before embarking on his next masterpiece. That made me pause, literally!

Then a few weeks later I gave it another go and boy was I glad I did. As mentioned in my title, to me it was a story about flawed humans doing what they do best. Some reviews claimed a bias towards the portrayal of the Greek character(s). I objectively didn't see. For me, it was an objective story that I thought pretty obvious Dimitri was the most likeable character. Fun, charismatic, flawed, broken, yet incredibly loyal and with compassion. I adored Bademci's Rumeli accent, sounding not too different from bilingual (Greek and Turkish speaking) Northern Cypriots.

Perhaps due to my first wife being Greek, and my best friend since the age of 11 being Greek (myself being Turkish), seeing a Greek family and community of Istanbul (my father's home city) really spiked my interest, but that's not the reason I enjoyed it so much. Just binge watched the lot over the weekennd, on the final 2 episodes of season 3...let's see what happens.

If you are going to watch it, watch it with your heart and not your mind. If that makes sense to you, you'll probably enjoy it. Be warned it does start off slow, and it will require a leap of faith.

I really like this; it's different. The story line is unusual and the story unfolds nicely. A romantic story with its sad and tense twists and turns, it is set in beautiful Turkey. Scenes are breathtaking and the acting is very good indeed.

Stick with it because it's worth it. All characters are well cast, and suit their parts well. The pace of the story is well written too.

Maybe I'm biased because I live in Turkey; but these people know how to portray a story well, and they know how to act.

Thank you cast, actors and actresses because this is a lovely entertaining drama indeed! Love it A lot .

Terzi is an versitile Turkish series that combines riveting drama and intense suspense, captivating viewers from the very first episode. Led by the talented and charismatic actor, Cagatay Ulusoy, the show delivers an enthralling performance that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

The plot weaves a mesmerizing tale of intricate relationships and hidden secrets, drawing viewers into a world of intriguing characters and unexpected twists. Each episode is masterfully crafted, leaving us yearning for more as the suspense builds with every passing moment.

Cagatay Ulusoy's portrayal of his character is simply remarkable. His versatility as an actor shines through, as he flawlessly captures the essence of his role, adding depth and complexity to the storyline. With his magnetic presence on screen, Ulusoy manages to effortlessly draw us into the character's journey, making us feel every emotion, be it joy, heartbreak, or fear.

The show's ability to keep us guessing at every turn is truly commendable. The suspenseful moments are brilliantly executed, making series a true rollercoaster of emotions. Each episode reveals new layers of the characters' lives, while the underlying mystery keeps us hooked and eagerly anticipating the next revelation.

In conclusion, "Terzi" is an enthralling series that stands out for its exceptional performances from whole cast. Combining gripping drama with nail-biting suspense, this show keeps us hooked from start to finish. Highly recommended for all fans of suspense and drama alike!