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Gazelle

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Alone in New York, Yakup clings to the hope of reunion. As the wait drags on, his grip on time and reality begins to slip, pulling him deeper into a fragile and unsettling inner world.

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Courtney Small Exclaim! Jun 16, 2026
7/10
Gazelle effectively shows audiences that arriving in a new land does not guarantee safety and community — it's merely one of the many harrowing steps in a lengthy journey to feeling whole again. Go to Full Review
Jonita Davis The Black Cape (Medium) Jan 16, 2026
However, Americans need to watch this movie to see just how broken the system is. It does not help those who need it most and only works for those who can pay their way through. That’s not democracy, and it’s not for the people. Go to Full Review
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Audience Reviews

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Beyza A @RT93143304 10 hrs ago Awesome. I really like it. Like a real life more than real life See more
ali G @RT09876073 3 days ago Absolutely outstanding. What an incredible film. Very few productions portray the experiences of millions of immigrants to North America with such honesty. As someone who has lived through immigration, I saw my own story in it. I wholeheartedly recommend this movie to anyone, especially those who have immigrated to North America or whose parents made that journey. It’s more than just a film; it’s a reflection of our struggles, our sacrifices, and our dreams. This kind of honest, meaningful storytelling deserves to be seen, appreciated, and supported. Five stars without hesitation. See more
DIANA KATHERINE R @RT74376093 3 days ago Maravillosa historia acerca de la migración, desde una mirada psicológica. Un recomendado excepcional. See more
Esat U @EsatOuzahn 3 days ago A deeply emotional film about the powerlessness of living in a society foreign to your own. However, the surrounding drama inhibits its ability to explore the psychological effects of this experience on the main character in greater depth. See more
Omer Faruk K @RT92476346 3 days ago A deeply moving film that is truly worth watching. It tells the story of a music teacher, accused of being a terrorist, who flees political persecution and struggles desperately to hold on to life. Like a wounded gazelle, desperately struggling to survive. See more
Kelvin G @Kelvinho 4 days ago Gazelle is a compelling story about people who have risked their lives to come to America. They seek humanity by trying to find normalcy in their daunting situation. Gazelle reminded me of Shawshank Redemption. Yakup Demir and his comrades were imprisoned by their immigration status. Gazelle has humor, pain, and hope. See more
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Movie Info

Synopsis Alone in New York, Yakup clings to the hope of reunion. As the wait drags on, his grip on time and reality begins to slip, pulling him deeper into a fragile and unsettling inner world.
Director
Nadir Saribacak
Producer
Kenan Baysal, Mehmet Tozun, Ender Zirekoglu
Screenwriter
Nadir Saribacak, Ayhan Hulagu
Distributor
Roaring Cat Films
Production Co
Roaring Cat Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 22, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 40m
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