Dawn of the Great Steppe

Dawn of the Great Steppe

2022 · 138 min · ★ 8.5 · History, Drama, Action, War

In the 16th century, during the Kazakh Khanate, Kasym Khan was the fourth ruler, often viewed as the greatest leader to unite the Kazakh tribes.

Directed by Akan Satayev · Written by Bekbolat Shekerov

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