Snow Leopard Competition | Focus on Kyrgyzstan
Paradise at Mothers’ Feet
Бейиш - эненин таманында
Kyrgyzstan’s Submission for the 97th Academy Awards®
Followed by Q&A
141 min | Drama | 2023 | Kyrgyzstan | Kyrgyz | English Subs
Synopsis:
Adil, a 35-year-old Kyrgyz man with the mental development of an 8-year-old, lives with his 75-year-old mother, Rayhan, in a small village. Rayhan tells Adil that God loves him and he will go to Paradise, but Adil refuses to go without her. When his young friend reveals that taking Rayhan to Mecca for Hajj will ensure her entry to Paradise, Adil embarks on an uplifting journey. The film explores the deep bond between mother and son, highlighting the kindness of diverse cultures and the beauty of their travels through stunning landscapes and rich traditions.
Schedule
Nov 19, 2024 @ 05:30 PM
Director
Ruslan Akun
Ruslan Akun (born November 30, 1984) is a Kyrgyz film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his box office hits and award-winning films. His notable works include Salam, New York! (2013), Herding (2014), and Kok boru: Time Persistent (2018). His latest film, Paradise at Mothers’ Feet, has become the most profitable in Kyrgyzstan's history, gaining success in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia. Akun studied management at the Center for Economics and Management (2002-2004) before earning a degree in Mass Communications from the American University of Central Asia (2009). He also completed advanced courses in directing and screenwriting before earning his Master's in Film and Television from USC.
Credits
Director:
Ruslan Akun
Executive Producer:
Aziza Khalbekova
Producer:
Tugolbay Koychiev
Cinematography:
Kanybek Kalmatov
Editing:
Azyk Abdrakhmanov
Cast:
Emil Esenaliev
Anarkul Nazarkulova
Bolot Tentimyshov
Screenwriters:
Ruslan Akun
Emil Esenaliev
Music:
Yrysbek Usmanov
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