Days of Kazakh Cinema 2026

Days of Kazakh Cinema is a cultural programme presenting the diversity of Kazakh cinema to international audiences and offering an opportunity to discover Kazakhstan’s history, culture and contemporary life through film.

As part of the programme in Hungary, three films will be presented — Amre, Qaitadan (Restart), and The Road to Mother, representing different genres, themes and stories.

The films explore important aspects of Kazakhstan’s history and culture, human relationships, family values and contemporary realities. Together, they offer audiences an opportunity to discover different facets of Kazakh society and culture through stories brought to life by Kazakh filmmakers and actors.

The Days of Kazakh Cinema in Hungary aim to foster cultural dialogue between Kazakhstan and Hungary, expand the international presence of Kazakh cinema, and introduce Hungarian audiences to Kazakh films.

October 12, Monday 7.00 PM
Paris Song / Amre
Directed by Jeff Vespa | 2018 | Drama, History, Biography | in the original language, with English subtitles

Based on a true story, Amre follows the journey of Amre Kashaubayev, a talented Kazakh singer who travels from Kazakhstan to Paris to perform at the 1925 Paris Expo and compete in an international singing competition. There, his extraordinary talent brings him into contact with prominent artists and opens a new world beyond his homeland.
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October 13, Tuesday 7.00 PM
Restart / Qaitadan 
Directed by Duman Erkimbek | 2025 | Drama | in the original language, with English subtitles

Restart follows Rawan, a teenager who travels to his grandmother’s village after failing an exam. Soon, he finds himself trapped in a mysterious time loop, with the same day repeating over and over. As each cycle ends with a devastating dam accident, Rawan must find a way to break the loop, save lives and change the course of events.
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October 14, Wednesday 7.00 PM
The Road to Mother / Anaga aparar jol
Directed by Akan Satayev | 2016 | Drama, History, War | in the original language, with English subtitles

The Road to Mother tells the story of several generations of a Kazakh family whose lives are shaped by the major events of the 20th century. Separated from his mother by war and upheaval, a young man endures hardship and separation while holding on to the hope of returning home. At its heart, the film is a story of family, resilience and the enduring power of a mother’s love.