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Director: Joseph Ruben
Actors: Michiel Huisman, Hera Hilmar, Josh Hartnett
PlotLillie, a strong-willed nurse from the United States, becomes disillusioned with the lack of fairness and equality in her homeland. Driven by a sense of purpose, she travels to the Ottoman Empire during World War I to volunteer at a remote American hospital in the Anatolian mountains. There, she meets Dr. Jude, an American doctor dedicated to his mission, who initially helps her navigate the new and challenging environment. However, Lillie soon finds herself drawn to Ismail, a lieutenant in the Ottoman Imperial Army tasked with protecting the hospital and its supplies.
As Lillie and Ismail grow closer, their relationship faces numerous obstacles, particularly the tensions between their cultural backgrounds and the escalating war. Meanwhile, she becomes deeply involved in the hospital’s efforts to care for the local population amidst the chaos of conflict. The story highlights the complexities of love and duty set against the backdrop of a world teetering on the brink of immense change, with each character grappling with difficult choices and their consequences.
Writers: Jeff Stockwell
Release Date: 10 Mar 2017
Runtime: 106 min
Rating: R
Country: Turkey, United States
Language: English
The Ottoman Lieutenant's excellent production design and high-quality visuals can't compensate for its predictable story, wooden acting, and poor pacing—skip it.
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