Without an absolute doubt "The Great Seljuks" is by far the best Turkish TV show ever produced. The fast paced, action filled, and emotionally engaging plot has been absolutely phenomenal. Perhaps the best part is that there's never just one storyline, at the minimum there's always more than three major plotlines going on. It leaves the viewer always on the edge of their seat.
This show also has amazing Islamic inspiration. From showing the Islamic scholarship and philosophy of the famous Imam Al Ghazali, to the mathematical and scientific excellence of Omar Khayyam and Al-Isfizari. Nothing feels forced nor repetitive. The great Nizam-ul-Mulk is brilliantly shown as political powerhouse of his time, constantly striving for the future of the Seljuk and Islamic world.
Sulltan Melikshah, Sultan Mohammad Alp Arsalan, Ahmet Sencer, Melik Tapar, are portrayed better than any other shows have ever portrayed historical figures. Powerful and intelligent women historical figures such as Terken Hatun, Elcin Hatun, and many others have shown that this show covers all aspects of the Islamic world at the time.
The best part of the show is that no character is bland. Every character is dynamic, meaning that nothing is "black and white.", "smart or dumb or just "good and evil." They are shown as humans, who make mistakes, but ultimately do the best they can. There is intense effort to also the deep details of the series' antagonists as well, from Hasan Sabah, to Andreas, and many more.
Lastly, the music in this show is simply sensational, really draws you in and captivates the viewer like many of the greatest films of all time. You NEED to watch this show ASAP. I hope it comes on Netflix soon.
This show also has amazing Islamic inspiration. From showing the Islamic scholarship and philosophy of the famous Imam Al Ghazali, to the mathematical and scientific excellence of Omar Khayyam and Al-Isfizari. Nothing feels forced nor repetitive. The great Nizam-ul-Mulk is brilliantly shown as political powerhouse of his time, constantly striving for the future of the Seljuk and Islamic world.
Sulltan Melikshah, Sultan Mohammad Alp Arsalan, Ahmet Sencer, Melik Tapar, are portrayed better than any other shows have ever portrayed historical figures. Powerful and intelligent women historical figures such as Terken Hatun, Elcin Hatun, and many others have shown that this show covers all aspects of the Islamic world at the time.
The best part of the show is that no character is bland. Every character is dynamic, meaning that nothing is "black and white.", "smart or dumb or just "good and evil." They are shown as humans, who make mistakes, but ultimately do the best they can. There is intense effort to also the deep details of the series' antagonists as well, from Hasan Sabah, to Andreas, and many more.
Lastly, the music in this show is simply sensational, really draws you in and captivates the viewer like many of the greatest films of all time. You NEED to watch this show ASAP. I hope it comes on Netflix soon.