Joqtau

A young scientist named Darkhan returns to his home after a seven-year absence, accompanied by his partner, Elena. They are joined by Darkhan's grandfather, Sagat, who leads them on a trip toward his ancestral lands located deep within the steppe. This meditative journey forces the three characters to examine their personal connections and struggle with themes of acceptance.

The drama was written and directed by Aruan Anartay, who also served as a producer alongside Alexandra Sytnik and Aruzhan Dossymkozha. The film was produced in Kazakhstan by Short Brothers and Alem Oner. The primary cast features Yermek Shynbolatov, Irina Balkova, and Isbek Abilmazhinov. With a runtime of 70 minutes, the movie was released on August 16, 2024. Based on 351 votes on IMDb, the film holds a rating of 4.7/10.