The Days of Kyrgyz Cinema will take place in Astana on January 29-30.

In Astana, on January 29 and 30, an event organized by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan dedicated to Kyrgyz cinema will take place. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the aim of this event is to strengthen cultural and humanitarian ties between the two countries.

The grand opening of the Film Days is scheduled for January 29 at 18:00, where viewers will be able to see the feature film "Kara, kyzy, sary" (Black, Red, Yellow) directed by Aktan Arym Kubat. This film was nominated from Kyrgyzstan for the Oscar award.

On the following day, January 30, also at 18:00, viewers will be able to enjoy the gripping drama "Kachkyn" (The Fugitive) directed by Dastan Japar uulu.

The films will be shown in the Kyrgyz language with Russian subtitles. Admission to the events is free.

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