Mongolian Cinema Week to be Held in Bishkek

Bishkek is set to host a special program dedicated to Mongolian cinema from June 9 to 12. This event, a part of the IV Bishkek International Film Festival, offers a unique opportunity for audiences to explore the best of contemporary filmmaking from Mongolia. The screenings will be held in the grand hall of the Ala-Too cinema, according to the Ministry of Culture.

The program aims to present films that capture the essence of Mongolian culture, traditions, and contemporary social realities. Among the featured films are "Horizon" by director Batdelger Byambasuren, and "Silent City Driver" by director Sengeedorj Zhandorj. The latter has already garnered awards for best direction and best actor, and was a significant success at the previous Bishkek Film Festival.

Another highlight is "City of Wind" by director Lkhagvadulam Purev-Ochir. This drama tells the story of a young shaman whose life and spiritual connection to his ancestors face a profound challenge after he meets a young woman. The film has previously been screened in the "Horizons" section of the 80th Venice Film Festival and was selected by Mongolia as its official candidate for an Oscar award.

Admission to all screenings is open to the public, inviting all film lovers to experience these cinematic offerings.