"Gazelle" unfolds the poignant journey of Yakup, a music teacher who, after losing his job due to political turmoil, seeks asylum in the U.S. Stranded from his family, he faces the grim reality of forging a new existence in New York. Caught between the lengthy ordeal of legal family reunification and the treacherous alternative of illegal means, Yakup decides to risk the latter with a smuggler.
Engaging in various jobs to gather the necessary funds, he endeavors to persuade his wife, Ayse, and daughter, Nese, to embark on this perilous journey, jeopardizing their safety. His unyielding efforts soon become a psychological struggle, blurring his perception of time and straining the bonds with his family.
"Gazelle" is a narrative of resilience, the search for belonging, and the indomitable spirit of those displaced.