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Who Were We Running From?
A Haunting Turkish Mystery of Escape, Motherhood, and Secrets
Imagine living every day in fear, constantly on the move, with no roots, no home, and no answers. In “Who Were We Running From?”, the latest Turkish mystery series on Netflix, this unsettling reality unfolds in an eerie, psychological thriller that explores a chilling bond between a mother and her daughter.
Adapted from Perihan Mağden’s acclaimed novel, this seven-part crime drama blends emotional intensity with suspenseful storytelling, offering a slow-burning narrative that grips viewers until the final scene.
A Beautiful Prison of Luxury and Lies
From the outside, they appear privileged—a mother (Melisa Sözen) and her daughter Bambi (Eylül Tumbar), hopping from one luxurious hotel to another, seemingly without a care in the world. But beneath the surface lies a dark secret: they are fugitives, running from an unknown past and a future filled with dread.
The mother, always dressed in black, hides her femininity like a shield. Bambi, wearing girlish clothes to appear younger, follows obediently. Together, they create a fabricated fairytale inside their lavish hotel rooms—until the moment Mother whispers, “It’s time.” Then, they vanish.
No goodbyes. No explanations. Just fear.
An Unsettling Relationship
As the series unfolds, the viewer is drawn into the psychological labyrinth of their lives. The mother’s obsession with protection blurs into control. She is fiercely loving, yet terrifyingly unstable. Her love is suffocating, even dangerous. For Bambi, what begins as a magical escape from the world slowly becomes a life of paranoia and isolation.
Who is chasing them? Are they really being hunted, or is it all in Mother’s mind?
This is not just a mystery drama—it’s a deep exploration of motherhood twisted by trauma, of innocence consumed by fear, and of identities shaped by survival.
From Luxury to Desperation
The contrast is stark. In the beginning, the mother and daughter inhabit golden cages: marble floors, silk sheets, and room service. But as law enforcement closes in—led by an increasingly persistent police force—their fantasy begins to unravel.
The plush hotels are replaced with dingy motels. Money runs low. Paranoia rises. And still, they run.
Viewers are left questioning everything:
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Why are they running?
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What happened in Mother’s past?
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Is Bambi safe… or just trapped in her mother’s delusion?
An Alluring and Unnerving Cast
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Melisa Sözen as Mother – A masterclass in layered emotion, she portrays a woman shaped by trauma, balancing love with madness.
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Eylül Tumbar as Bambi – A breakout performance that captures innocence, curiosity, and slowly dawning horror.
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Musa Uzunlar and Başak Daşman as the mother’s enigmatic parents—shadows from the past who may hold the key to the mystery.
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Birand Tunca, Hakan Emre Ünal, and Elit Andaç Çam as the law enforcement figures chasing whispers through luxury corridors and dusty alleys.
The supporting cast, including Wilma Elles in a surreal Hollywood-inspired cameo, adds texture and intrigue to an already atmospheric world.
A Tale That Lingers
Shot across Antalya, Cappadocia, and Istanbul, the series uses Turkey’s breathtaking landscapes to contrast the beauty of their surroundings with the darkness of their journey. Each episode, lasting around 45–50 minutes, peels back layers of deception, revealing a complex story about generational trauma, escape, and the illusion of safety.
“Who Were We Running From?” is more than a thriller—it’s a chilling portrait of maternal love turned obsessive, and of a child trying to understand a world built on lies.
Final Thoughts: A Psychological Puzzle with No Easy Answers
This Turkish Netflix series doesn’t just offer suspense—it leaves viewers questioning the nature of love, the limits of protection, and the cost of a life lived on the run.
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Will Mother and Bambi ever find peace?
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Will the truth behind their escape finally come to light?
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Or is this just the beginning of a deeper descent?
If you’re searching for a dark, poetic, and emotionally intense Turkish crime drama, “Who Were We Running From?” should be your next binge.
External Links
Official Site: Broadcast Network
