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The Magnificent Century: Kosem (2015)
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Original name: Muhteşem Yüzyıl: Kösem
Genre: Drama, History, Romance
Country: Turkey
Duration: 120 min.
TV show
Story:
Anastasia a young Greek woman in Ahmed I's harem takes on the name 'Kosem' (leader, pioneer). In a world of men, she rules of the Ottoman Empire through her sons and grandson.
Style:
emotional, captivating, stylized, historical drama, realistic, period drama
Plot:
palace intrigue, sultan, power struggle, strongman, strong female character, royal family, strong female lead, bossy woman, rise to the top, conspiracy, destiny, political intrigue, female protagonist, ruler, husband wife relationship, rise to power, military, battles, love and romance, parent child relationship, father son relationship, state affairs, intrigue, forceful separation, power ...
Time:
17th century, georgian era, 1600s
Place:
ottoman empire, istanbul turkey, constantinople, turkey
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Country: Turkey
Duration: 90 min.
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