The Gift

Series of Program

17:00 - 18:30 | Film Screening The Gift
18:50 - 19:30 | Discussion after Screening

Director: Dalmira Tilepbergen
Kyrgyzstan · 2023 · 1h 28m · Drama Language Kyrgyz Subtitles English

Synopsis Based on true events, The Gift tells the tragic story of a young seven year old girl, who is lead to believe that the mole on her lip is a gift from God and that all her wishes will come true. Arno lives with her parents, three sisters and grandfather in a remote pasture within the high, majestic mountains of Central Asia. Her mother is pregnant and her father's only wish is for her to give birth to a son. Arno leads a carefree life and wishes to be the son her father has never had. However, nothing lasts forever and their world is soon to be destroyed by encroaching civilization. The family's fragile existence is also in jeopardy, as Arno's doubt about her father's love for her, breaks their spiritual relationship. As events unfold, unfulfilled desires rise to the surface leading to an unexpected tragedy.

Key Cast Jannat Kuruchbekova, Talaikan Abazova

Crew
Screenwriter, Main Producer: Dalmira Tilepbergen
DOP: Akjol Bekbolotov 1st AD: Tursunbek Usenov
Producers: Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, Gulmira Kerimova
National Distributor: Aisha Kamchibekova
Associate Producer: Brett Syson
Promotion Producers: Gulkair Tilenbaeva, Elvira Mamytova
Line Producers: Nurbek Mambetov, Jyrgal Duisheyev
Artistic Designer: Urmat Osmoev
Decorator: Oroz Absattarov
Makeup: Gulmira Davletbakova
Music Composer: Eugene Kim Production
Sound Designers: Kalybek Sherniyazov, Mars Tugelov
Editor: Dalmira Tilepbergen

Awards, Nominations & Premiers
Venice Production Bridge 2023 / Special screening at the Focus on Kyrgyzstan
International Film Festival for Children and Young Audience SCHLiNGEL / Official Selection
Stars Asian International Film Festival 2023 / Official selection, Best Actress Nominee
I am Tomorrow International Film Festival 2023 / Official Selection
Silk Road International Film Festival China 2024 / Best New Director Award,Best Film Nominee

Selector’s Statement “As a member of the Selection Committee, I am deeply moved by this film. It beautifully portrays young Arno’s journey as she faces the rigid expectations of her patriarchal village in Kyrgyzstan, capturing the pressures faced by women in many societies. Growing up in a society where families, in the hope of a son, would give birth to multiple daughters, I found the story profoundly relatable. Though the film has its loose moments, its innocence and beauty resonate long after viewing. Its exploration of gender and age discrimination feels relevant, inviting us to reflect on the traditions we hold dear. Beyond these themes, the filmmaker's creative vision shines, making The Gift a must-watch. A heartfelt and touching work."

— Rajan Katheti (Nepal), film director, AFA2023 Nativa Award winner, AFAF24 Selection Committee member

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