The Apple of My Eye

The Apple of My Eye

1976 · 90 min · Drama

The death of their exceptional father shakes the Shatmanov family to its core, forcing them to reflect on the past and future. Erkin, who has built a life in Moscow, faces criticism from relatives who see him as having betrayed his roots. Yet his love and work keep him tied to the city. This film delves into the inner struggles of a modern man torn between duty and belonging.

Directed by Gennadiy Bazarov · Written by Ashim Dzhakypbekov

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Baken Kydykeyeva Asylkan, Erkin's mother
Bolot Beyshenaliev Erkin
Svetlana Danilchenko Sasha
Sovetbek Dzhumadylov Sarymsak, uncle
Maria Kurmanalieva Zuura
Gulmira Kongurbaeva Anara
Suimenkul Chokmorov Erkin's father
Roman Khomyatov Glebov
Zheenbek Mukambetov
Orozbek Kutmanaliev Tayak
Baki Omurkulov shepherd
Mamlakat Kylycheva signal operator

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