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Beshkempir is a 1998 Kyrgyz language film. Shot and produced in Kyrgyzstan, it is representative of the first wave of independently produced cinema in the country after its independence from Soviet Union. It was directed by Aktan Abdykalykov, and stars the director's son Mirlan Abdykalykov in the lead role. This simple bildungsroman went on to receive critical acclaim, and won numerous international awards including the Silver Leopard Prize at the 1998 Locarno International Film Festival. The film was selected as the Kyrgyz entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 71st Academy Awards, but was not accepted as a nominee.
Original Release
08/11/1998
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Directors
Writers
Aktan Arym Kubat, Avtandil Adikulov, Marat Sarulu
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Producers
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Irizbaj Alybayev | Producer |
Marc Baschet | Producer |
Frédérique Dumas-Zajdela | Producer |
Cédomir Kolar | Producer |