Atirkül in the Land of Real Men (2023)

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In the vast plains of Kyrgyzstan, men have been cultivating a group sport with a long tradition. The aim of the game buzkashi is to steal the trophy of a dead goat from the rival team of riders, all while staying on horseback. Into this tough masculine world enters Atirkül, a woman with an enterprising spirit and a sense of humour. The film follows the everyday life of the headstrong horse lover Atirkül, whose ambition is to build her own buzkashi team of local young men to preserve the heritage of her native region. The ethnographic perspective alternates with a purely personal one, gradually revealing the possibilities of overcoming gender roles

Director: Janyl Jusupjan
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 65 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Janyl Chytyrbaeva, Christian Lelong
Editing: François Sculier
Production: Cinepoint, Cinédoc Films, Chagaldak production
Country: Czech Republic, France, Kyrgyz Republic
Language: ??????
Original Language: ky

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More Films by Director: Janyl Jusupjan
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atirkül in the Land of Real Men about?
In the vast plains of Kyrgyzstan, men have been cultivating a group sport with a long tradition. The aim of the game buzkashi is to steal the trophy of a dead goat from the rival team of riders, all while staying on horseback. Into this tough masculine world enters Atirkül, a woman with an enterprising spirit and a sense of humour. The film follows the everyday life of the headstrong horse lover Atirkül, whose ambition is to build her own buzkashi team of local young men to preserve the heritage of her native region. The ethnographic perspective alternates with a purely personal one, gradually revealing the possibilities of overcoming gender roles
Who directed Atirkül in the Land of Real Men?
Atirkül in the Land of Real Men was directed by Janyl Jusupjan.
How long is Atirkül in the Land of Real Men?
Atirkül in the Land of Real Men has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
What genre is Atirkül in the Land of Real Men?
Atirkül in the Land of Real Men is a Documentary film.
Where was Atirkül in the Land of Real Men produced?
Atirkül in the Land of Real Men was produced in Czech Republic, France, Kyrgyz Republic.