Ismael is a film director who is haunted by the ghost of his wife, Carlotta. He must navigate his own emotional breakdown while trying to finish his film and deal with a romantic rival. As Ismael's personal life and professional life intertwine, he is forced to confront his past and make decisions that will shape his future.
When a diplomat in Sydney discovers a nuclear bomb plot, he must navigate the treacherous waters of international espionage and uncover the truth while facing personal demons.
Soviet Bus Stops is a documentary that explores the stories of the designers who built fascinating architectural marvels during the Soviet regime. %s The film showcases the power of individual creativity that could not be suppressed, and pays homage to the unique bus stops that can be found in various countries like Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, and more. %s Through interviews with art historians, architects, and photographers, the documentary delves into the ideology and imagination behind these bus stops, showcasing the photographer's car journey through different countries, including Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Lithuania, and more. %s The film captures the beauty of these brutalist structures as well as the harsh winter conditions they endure, with stunning photography. %s It also examines the connection between Soviet architecture and important historical events like Chernobyl. %s With Skype calls to artists and experts, Soviet Bus Stops provides a comprehensive look at these unique architectural gems and their significance in the former Soviet Republics.
Luna Papa is a surreal comedy-drama set in a remote village in Tajikistan. The story follows a pregnant girl, Mamlakat, who is unsure of the identity of the father. With the support of a theater troupe and a mentally disabled boy named Nasreddin, Mamlakat embarks on a journey to find the father, encountering a series of surreal and bizarre events along the way. As the village is thrown into chaos, Mamlakat discovers the true meaning of love, family, and identity.
In Tajikistan, a blind boy named Khamro finds solace and joy in music when his family faces eviction and financial struggles. Assisted by an old man who repairs musical instruments, Khamro overcomes his blindness to become a talented musician. The film explores themes of poverty, family relationships, and the power of music in a harsh and challenging environment.
FAR. The Story of a Journey around the World (2017) is a documentary film that follows the journey of a traveler as he embarks on an epic adventure around the world. From Tehran, Iran to the snowy peaks of the Himalayas, from the deserts of Pakistan to the religious rituals in India, this film captures the beauty and challenges of travel. With a mix of adventure, cultural exploration, and personal stories, FAR takes viewers on a unique journey that will inspire and captivate.
A simple fable about a teacher's quest for justice. The teacher's neighbor not only ogles his wife, but builds an outdoor toilet right beside the teacher's house. When he is refused any legal recourse, the teacher decides to get revenge by building a latrine for the entire village outside his neighbor's house.
The documentary follows the life of Farroukh, a young Tajik immigrant who lives in Moscow outskirts with his family and does odd jobs in dreams of becoming an actor.
Buzkashi! is a gripping documentary that explores the ancient Central Asian sport of Buzkashi in Tajikistan and its roots in Afghanistan. The film follows the lives of passionate participants and delves into the cultural significance of this intense and dangerous sport, highlighting its historical importance and challenges faced by modern-day players. Through breathtaking visuals and personal stories, Buzkashi! provides a unique window into the captivating world of this ancient tradition.
In this 80-minute documentary, three 10-year-old children leave their native countries to participate in one of the Islamic world’s most famous competitions, a test of memory and recitation known as The International Holy Koran Competition. Up against much older students, these youngsters have committed the 600 pages of the Koran to memory, and will put their skills to the test before the elite of the world’s Muslim community in Cairo, Egypt. In the midst of this intense international competition, the three young competitors –two boys from Senegal and Tajikistan, and one girl from the Maldives – face uncertain futures at home, as they are caught between fundamentalist and moderate visions of Islam. The children discuss their recitation techniques – with accompanying, completely improvised melodies – and talk about their nerves and excitement as they finally compete before a panel of judges.
Mira returns home to Dushanbe from Russia to visit her father, a wastrel who is completely addicted to a game called "odds and evens," or Kosh ba Kosh. When another player comes to collect on gambling debts and finds nothing of value, he sets his sights on Mira.
Story of a Tajik cart driver.
In the footsteps of a top Tajik officer who rallied to the Islamic State, an investigation into the jihadist temptation in the former Soviet republics of Central Asia.
Beyond the Call is a documentary that follows a group of veterans who embark on a journey to war-torn countries, such as Afghanistan and Cambodia, to provide humanitarian aid. They face numerous challenges and obstacles along the way, but their dedication to helping others drives them forward. The film highlights the incredible impact that a small group of individuals can have on the lives of those in need.
Nilufar, a girl living downtown, is about to marry a man living uptown. But one day, soldiers come and plant barbed wire to separate the two towns. The life of the people, who have thus far enjoyed peace, now falls into severe chaos. Students must take classes with barbed wire in the middle of the classroom, and it becomes difficult to go to the hospital. However, the biggest problem is Nilufar's wedding. Kirill, the chief of the climate observatory, tries his best to help her wedding, but then a terrible tragedy occurs.
Colorful musical comedy about the love of beauty Gulnora and singer from Azerbaijan Rustam.
Viktor, the protagonist, a war hero of the war between the Red Army and the Turkish 'basmachi', has to fight off bandits that hope to steal gold from Viktor's village town. TIme to pick up arms once again.
More than 50 years back in a stony set of a remote mountainous village somewhere in Tajikistan the lovers called Shams and Mekhri traveled. Mekhri pulled by a transient eclipse broke an oath of marital faithfulness that overnight transformed Sham's existence into a farcical puppet show, leading to a murder of his spouse.
A true story, based on the tragedy of the family of the died military journalist in Post-Soviet Tajikistan in 1993. This film is a debut film of young Tajik art activist, a novice filmmaker Anisa Sabiri. Native to rural Tajikistan, she hopes to use her art to shine a light on the history and horrors of the civil war and conflicts that have affected so many in her homeland, but are often forgotten by the rest of the world.