When the Phone Rings
"When the Phone Rings" centers on the life and marriage of a rising politician and his mute wife. The politician is a charismatic man with a promising career and potential. However, due to his wife's muteness, their marriage is in a constant state of tension. One day, their lives completely change with an unexpected phone call. The caller claims to have kidnapped his wife and demands a ransom. This incident drags the politician's professional and personal life into turmoil. He is forced to confront how far he can go to save his wife. In this process, their marriage becomes even more strained, and the cracks between the couple become more evident. The film draws the viewers into the tragic and tense story of this couple while also highlighting the difficulties of balancing personal and professional life.
The film generally received positive reviews and was particularly appreciated by the viewers for its acting and suspenseful story.
The film was shot in Istanbul, a historic city known for its enchanting atmosphere and architecture.