Yaralı Keklik

The Wounded Partridge tells the story of a little boy who tries to keep his promise to his sister. Veysel is a little boy who cares deeply for his sick sister and tries to make her happy. One day, while walking around the village with his grandfather, Veysel finds a wounded partridge. Veysel takes the partridge home so he can care for it. Veysel's sister, who is saddened by the partridge's condition, asks her brother to make a promise. Veysel promises to heal the partridge and release it, as his sister requests. Meanwhile, the little girl's condition worsens, and she is taken to the hospital. Veysel, who is waiting for his sister to recover and come home, takes action to keep the promise he made to her.

Directed by Taner Tunc, Yaralı Keklik leans on a strong ensemble — İbrahim Kalkan, Dilek Canbay, Hüseyin Erkanlı — 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 drama titles of 2019.