Possessed 2: Curse (Film)

Musallat 2: Curse is a 2011 Turkish horror film written and directed by Alper Mestçi. Serving as a sequel to the first film, it tells the story of a teacher who confronts mysterious events tied to a dark period of her memory.

Plot

According to medical science, human memory cannot recall events before the age of two. However, Elif, a young teacher, discovers that all the problems she has faced stem from a grave mistake made during her infancy. This mistake was a terrible and irreversible spell cast at the wrong time and place. Forced to confront supernatural entities haunting her, Elif battles to free herself from the curse by facing the dark secrets of her past.

Thematic Structure

• Memory and the Secrets of the Past: The film explores the period of human memory that cannot be recalled and the impact of past mistakes on the present, using elements of suspense.
• Murder and Witchcraft: Claimed to be based on a true story, the film addresses themes such as sorcery and demonic possession to create a psychological atmosphere of tension.
• Curse and Redemption: The curse inflicted upon Elif becomes a struggle for salvation, and the film presents this battle to the audience.

Production and Release Information

Musallat 2: Curse was produced by writer and director Alper Mestçi. The film, produced by Mia Yapım, was released in theaters on 2 December 2011. Filming took place in Istanbul and İznik, specifically in the villages of İhsaniye and Sansarak.

Cast

• Türkü Turan (Elif)
• Tülay Bursa (Ümmü)
• Selim Gürata (Turan)
• Zeliha Güney (Özlem)
• Başay Okay (Hatice)
• Koray Şahinbaş

Box Office Performance

Musallat 2: Curse became the highest-grossing Turkish film of the season by opening number of copies, reaching 115,569 viewers across 135 screens in its first three days. Over its 19-week theatrical run, it generated a total revenue of 4,401,327 TL.