The unhappy marriage of religion and power brought devastating consequences many a time in history. " Takva", powerful and brave take on Turkish struggle between secular and religious, tries to shed some light on this serious problem. Muharem, simple, childishly pious man, lives happily enough praying feverishly, in modest circumstances. And then comes the temptation. The leader of his own sect orders him to overlook rent collecting, gives him a car and a driver, fine suits, respect. His simple, ritualistic life is over. It is hard not feel sorry for Muharem and the end of his calm existence. For all he gained he lost ten times more.
Review of Takva
