Synopsis
Nestled in the harsh winter lands of Kazakhstan, a single mother, dancer, and breadwinner struggles to take care of her old grandmother, a withdrawn younger brother, and a 2-year-old daughter. As she fights for alimony and battles the conundrum to give in to the demands of a wealthy admirer; her baby brother shares a harsh shocking revelation about his childhood. Madina discovers within her an undeniable resilience and courage to tell the truth-seeking justice for her brother and eventually finding her nurturing self roar to protect her own.
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Director
Aızhan Kassymbek
Aizhan graduated from the Asian Film Academy program in 2019. Her debut short film "SU" won the Grand Prix at Hanoi's Festival. "AUA," another notable work, screened at global festivals. Her debut feature “FIRE” premiered at Busan International Film Festival in 2021, gaining recognition at 30+ festivals, earning 16 awards. Aizhan empowers women in film, evident in her all-woman crew debut. She aims to bolster Kazakhstani female filmmakers. Her second film "Madina," a co-production with India and Pakistan, premiered in Tokyo International Film Festival in 2023.