Red Rose

In the early years of Kazakhstan’s independence, a dispute over an old coal mine escalates between the neighboring villages of Birlik and Druzhba in the Karaganda Region. Recently returned from military service, Bakir tries to distance himself from the rigid traditions and established order of village life. He dreams of moving to the city with his beloved Raushan and pursuing his education. However, his older brother Shakir has already decided that Bakir’s future lies in their native village. Just as Bakir prepares to defy his brother and leave for the city, an unexpected event changes everything. Tensions between the two villages reach a boiling point, and long-hidden secrets begin to surface. Now, Bakir must choose between his dreams and revenge.

Genres

Drama

Runtime

85 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Quat Ibragimov