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As someone who can both relate to the culture and the religion displayed in the series, until the end, I was only watching hoping that the ending would be in a similar fashion. Kubra is a series that display simply mankind. All though some part were quite corny and hard to watch, the message that is delivered is the status quo of the country it is based out of. It depicts the balance of power, social and economic realities, political Islam and the tension within the nation that could be ignited with a single match. All though it seems far-fetched from reality, it is closer than it seems. The dystopian and fiction aside, with certain twists to the plot, it has the potential to be real, because it did in the past and the original author was most likely influenced and referrenced it.

...the first season was really exciting and trhilling which made me really curious on how it will continue. Also the end of the first season was very surprising and not obvious. Ending this with the last episode would've been the right decision to really leave a good series behind. The second season is more a frantic try to ride on the successful first episode which so often is the mistake. Without the second season this series would be worth at least 8 stars, especially because of Çagatay Ulusoy who is a remarkable actor but fell a victim to the unispired second season. Even though he was acting as good as in the first season there was not a single chance to rescue the series due to the general boring content of the second season.

Faith, belief, cultism, looking for a better future, entrenched powers fighting change, corruption..... Basic human traits and flaws meet in this Turkish series. Is Gokhan chosen by God to be his spokespreson and usher a change? Or is he just delusional? Or are there other factors at play? It's a nice look at.intersection of faith, politics and social movements. Who is playing whom? Who has ulterior motives? Who really believes and who is just going with the flow? And who is trying to harness this for their own gain?

Overall the story is interesting and compelling but at points thing happen at the pace of plot and people act the way they do simply to further plot and not because it's a rational and logical thing to do.

There is a Hollywood series with a similar premise and plot, which was in turn inspired by different series as well. I won't say which ones due to spoilers but you'll likely recognise them if you've seen either.

This story about a possible Muslim Messiah tried hard to be taken seriously, but the writing was just too shallow and weird to be very engaging. Some of the actors did a credible job, but too many of their lines were stilted and dull. They were almost perpetually tense, angry, and anxious. The main character stared wordlessly a lot of the time and was a frustratingly shallow actor. Another nitpick: people repeated his name almost constantly. I watched the entire series because a friend asked me to, and I kept expecting there to be conversation-worthy revelations, but they never came. This was a truly disappointing waste of time.

Yesterday, I finished Kubra and I was impressed as always, by the extreme performance of the actor Cagatay Ulusoy. I can reaffirm that this actor chooses his role out of a desire to convey a clear message to humanity. Each role performed by Cagatay has a clear message that urges inner circumspection. This time, Cagatay took on a role I never thought he would pull off, and in some places, he brought a few tears to my eyes. And God, how well he performed, how much dedication and pathos he put into the penciling of the Gokhan character! The crux of the first season is in the last episode... Will Gokhan continue to believe in God's power after learning the truth? Yes... I think so... Kubra conveys messages of love for one's neighbor, of the inner struggle taken to extremes by the poor, and of the chasm between the social strata from a political and financial point of view.

Kubra is the quintessence of all the spiritual values that God has passed on to us, regardless of religion, country we come from, or spiritual affiliation. It is a bundle of spiritual dogmas, which prompts you to ask yourself the question: What is the purpose of my arrival on this earth?

A verry different story from the usual stories,difficult to deal with and just as difficult to tell. Maybe a journey between spirituality and artificial intelligence ,between beliving unreservedly or not beliving at all,between the hope that we can always change our lives if we want and the meddling of the evil one. A very well told story,not borring at all. The cast is very solid,the bond between the actors is as strong as if they were really there. The actors story is also very well played by everyone. The main actor Cagatay Ulusoy doesn't need to be told anymore because he already takes his character to another dimension with his beautiful performance. A series absolutely to be watched especially with the head and then with the heart.

This was my first Turkey-based series/movie and it turned out to be a disappointment! The lead actor (character name Gokhan) kept making that stupid facial expression irrespective of the situations. The other actors I thought were pretty decent. The storyline moves at a slow pace and that lost me a number of times. I thought the screenplay and script was gutsy and I liked the *reasonings* shown in this series, which I'm sure must have ruffled a few features. Vulnerable (mentally and emotionally weak) people are more likely to fall prey to deceitful practices and tend to think less critically. Faith, I think, is a personal relationship with the Almighty and you don't necessarily need to follow a religion to be good human and do nicer things for your community.

Kübra is a mirror to the world... For me, Kübra is a mirror of the world. His message is for all of humanity, regardless of religion or country. It provides guidance for solving the problems of today's world. One needs faith, without which one is lost in the whirlwind of the world. Let's look into this mirror and see where we stand in it. Cagatay Ulusoy as Gökhan masterfully shows us the right way. This actor always teaches and gives us a message through his films. He showed me this in all his projects. It is also unique in this. Kübra is a masterpiece in every way. The writing, direction and acting are 10/10. Definitely check it out!

I watched the Kubra series with a lot of excitement ,thanks to the fantastic performante of the actor Cagatay Ulusoy who penciled the caracter of Gokhan .Truly ,the series is for people who try to see beyond the screen ,the depth of the soul and the inner struggles watching the series we inevitably have questions to wich we want an answer ar fair and balanced as possible related to our belonging on this earth , to the unwritten laws of nature ,to our journey in this life .If all had at least half of Gokhan caracter ,surely the world would be better and the violece would disappear .I wholeheartedly recommend this series ! Deserve!

Kubra is that series that makes you think about everything that is really important in life. The values, such as compassion, help, family, love of fellow human beings, all of these are played with real mastery by the actors of the series. Cagatay Ulusoy masterfully creates the role of Gökhan, a simple man, loved by the community, but at the same time different, who seeks answers to the questions related to his role on earth. Through this role, he wants to spread among the community the idea that God is in everything, in every situation, and nothing is accidental. Cagatay managed to transform himself once again, to form a character different from the others he played. I am proud of what I create.

Kubra comes with a message for all humanity, a message that can be assimilated by everyone, regardless of religion, ethnicity, country. Universal values such as truth, love, brotherhood, joy, happiness, compassion, generosity are the same for all people on earth. The duality existing in everything makes us choose between faith and doubt, between love and hate, between light and darkness, between balance and chaos. We need faith, without which we are lost in the whirlwind of the world. Kubra is a successful serial in terms of script, direction, acting. Cagatay Ulusoy disturbs us, by the way he animates Gokhan, so deeply, convincingly, to the point of identification with him. I liked Kubra, it impressed me, it surprised me with that last episode, the key to the series, artificial intelligence, who and how will use it, this is the question of the moment. My recommendation is addressed to those who follow a series with their eyes, heart and mind. Don't miss Kubra.

Once in a while Netflix comes up with brilliant outliers. Kubra is a great example.

At first, it feels like a story of a religion (or a cult) in the making, with a Muslim Jesus-like (both visually and mindset-wise) figure facing predictable leadership challenges, corrupt politicians, and dealing with his family.

In the last chapter (of season 1), the twist turns the story upside down (not revealing what it is, although some other reviews did...), setting up the scene for a very different season 2.

There is a lot to like. The characters, the acting (and the actors themselves), the exploration of spirituality from the 21st century Turkish perspective. As someone who knows next to nothing about Turkey, I found it to be educational while still accessible enough not to overshadow the story with cultural differences. In the last chapter, the professional terms and concepts are amazingly spot on. Sadly, the Hodja character (a priest with what sounds like a degree in psychology) is underexplored.

I deducted one point for the Netflix's insistence on specific running time. The bullet subplot felt redundant and forced with the motivation of the rioters vague and unclear. It's like it was added just to make the season last for 8 chapters. It made the series feel a bit stretched. But at least Netflix didn't cancel it, like they do with other brilliant outliers (The OA, 1899, etc.).

A profoundly touching, captivating, and thought-provoking film that delves deep into the contemporary world. With a highly original premise, the film fearlessly tackles the complex issues of today, drawing the audience into profound contemplation. The development of characters and the progression of the story successfully immerse the viewers into the unfolding events. The creative screenplay and impressive visual storytelling render the film truly unique. Each episode is filled with surprising twists and turns, constantly keeping the audience on the edge. With its societal critiques and powerful messages, the film constructs a narrative that prompts viewers to reflect deeply. Both the acting performances and technical aspects contribute to making this film an unforgettable experience for the audience. In conclusion, this film stands out as a brilliantly crafted and successful piece that holds a mirror to the contemporary world, offering a smart and impactful viewing experience.

This is an excellent series, well worth it, when it started I wasn't sure where it was going, let me say maybe probably you won't be sure either when you're watching it, it really opens up into a fantastic set of circumstances I didn't expect, call me goofy but I didn't see it coming, anyway, I'm not religious, at all, enough of that, this has a religious theme to it, but it's a little deeper than that I believe, something about a kind of wonderful power within us to appreciate the world or to make of it what we may, in his last interview when asked did he believe in God Carl Jung said it doesn't matter what I believe, what matters is that most people in the world do and base their lives and decisions on that, yeah, this is a captivating and well acted and well filmed series, I just watched season 1, and I'm excited to see season 2 now, I highly recommend it even though you don't even know who I am haha, go for it give it a chance and you'll see that it's damn good!

Alright... first of all, love that the show wasn't dragged. It shows how easy it is to manipulate people in this day and age. Throughout the show it annoyed me how unislamic the show was despite the whole plot revolving around Allah and his commandments. But the end was great, any sensible person would understand the points being made and they'd also realise how unreasonable Gokhan was for still justifying it (goes to show how ppl would do anything to feel important).

I said unislamic cuz women's dressing, men's drinking, how easily ppl started believing in Gokhan, how Gokhan himself did not try to find any other explanations... that's unlike most Muslims.