Conviction

Set in 2009 in a small town by Lake Issyk-Kul, this drama thriller follows Aktan, a student who aspires to work for the National Security Committee. After experiencing corruption within the legal system, Aktan finds himself at odds with a local deputy who uses his influence to shield his son, Alan. Frustrated by the lack of legal recourse, Aktan and his childhood friend Kuba take matters into their own hands by seizing the courthouse with weapons.

The film was directed by Dias Bertis and written by Alen Rakhmetaliev. The production was a joint effort between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, involving production companies Dakeshi Street, 1.1 Studio, and Taurus Asia Production. The main cast includes Rauan Akhmedov as Aktan, Damir Amangel’din as Kuba, and Aibar Saly as Alan, with supporting roles played by Bolot Tentimyshov, Nazym Mendebairov, and Kalipa Tashtanova.

Released on March 21, 2024, with a runtime of 90 minutes, the movie has received a moderate reception from viewers. It currently holds a rating of 6.6/10 on IMDb based on 48 votes.