Blacksmith (2019)

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The darkhans of Buryatia, a Buddhist region of Siberia, were craftsmen and blacksmiths highly esteemed for their artistic skills, ability to work with fire, and shamanistic talent. Dashi Namdakov, a descant of darkhans, began to learn the craft not long after a Buryat shaman cured him of a life-threatening illness as a young man. Today he is internationally celebrated as an artist and sculptor. Namdakov carries on his ancestors' ways, working with fire and metal to create art that conveys a Buddhist-shamanic spirituality and a distinct flavor of the supernatural. This 2019 film by Kazakh director Gulshat Omarova offers a glimpse into Namdakov's fascinating life and the creative process that honors his Buryat roots.

Director: Gulshat Omarova
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 63 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English, Italiano, Mongolian, Pусский
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blacksmith about?
The darkhans of Buryatia, a Buddhist region of Siberia, were craftsmen and blacksmiths highly esteemed for their artistic skills, ability to work with fire, and shamanistic talent. Dashi Namdakov, a descant of darkhans, began to learn the craft not long after a Buryat shaman cured him of a life-threatening illness as a young man. Today he is internationally celebrated as an artist and sculptor. Namdakov carries on his ancestors' ways, working with fire and metal to create art that conveys a Buddhist-shamanic spirituality and a distinct flavor of the supernatural. This 2019 film by Kazakh director Gulshat Omarova offers a glimpse into Namdakov's fascinating life and the creative process that honors his Buryat roots.
Who directed Blacksmith?
Blacksmith was directed by Gulshat Omarova.
Who stars in Blacksmith?
Blacksmith stars Sergei Bodrov.
How long is Blacksmith?
Blacksmith has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
What genre is Blacksmith?
Blacksmith is a Documentary film.
Where was Blacksmith produced?
Blacksmith was produced in United States of America.