Runaway from Myself

Kendinden Kaçak tells the story of three friends who are sent to prison for a crime they did not commit. Atakan, Fatih, and Bilal, who are addicted to computers, miss out on life because of their obsession. The three young men, who lose touch with the world while playing games, find themselves in prison after a theft that occurred near them is pinned on them. Believing that a major conspiracy has been orchestrated against them, Atakan, Fatih, and Bilal can no longer endure the pressure from prison warden Arif, the tense prison environment, and the tension among the inmates. They decide to escape and uncover the conspiracy against them. Though it is difficult, the three friends manage to escape, only to find themselves in unexpected situations. As Atakan, Fatih, and Bilal uncover the answers to their questions, they realize that nothing is as they had imagined.

Directed by Levent Türkan, Runaway from Myself leans on a strong ensemble — Atakan Özyurt, Fatih Yasin, Bilal Hancı — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2022.