Abel

Set in southern Kazakhstan during the early 1990s, this drama takes place amid the collapse of the Soviet Union. As state-run collective farms are dismantled to make way for privatization, local leaders use their positions to unfairly distribute resources and livestock among themselves. A shepherd named Abel seeks to secure his own rightful share of the property. However, his pursuit leads him through various hardships and forces him to face a difficult moral dilemma regarding corruption and justice.

The film was directed by Elzat Eskendir, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Yerlan Tuleutay. It features Yerlan Toleutay in the title role of Abel, supported by a cast that includes Nurzhan Beksultanova, Alikhan Lepesbaev, and Ulan Nusipali. The production was a collaborative effort between several entities, including the Kazakhstan Ministry of Culture, Kazakh Cinema, Asian Project Market, and Tanaris Production. Released on January 14, 2026, the movie has a total runtime of 120 minutes.