Tomiris

Kazakhstan / 2019 / Kazakh / 155'

Subtitle:
English
Theatre:
Asia Society HK Center

The film depicts the legendary life of Tomyris, the queen of Massagetae in Central Asia during the 6th century BC. Born to King Spargap, Tomyris is raised and taught to use the sword and other nomadic skills. In an assassination of the whole royal family, Tomyris is the only survivor. She succeeds with her revenge and is proclaimed queen in her homeland. Facing betrayal, personal loss, and the threat of Persian king Cyrus the Great, she unites the Scythian and Saka tribes to defend her people’s freedom. A historical drama blends with action, showcasing stunning steppe landscapes, authentic costumes, and intense battle scenes.


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Tomiris
Tomiris
Tomiris
Tomiris

BIOGRAPHY

Director | Akan Satayev

Akan Satayev, Kazakh producer, director, actor, and writer, was born to a family of actors in 1971 in Karaganda, Kazakhstan. He graduated from Kazakh National Academy of Arts, Dept of Cinema and Television in 1994. Among his works as a producer are the films Reketir and Strayed. Among his work as director Zhauzhürek myng bala and Tomiris.