Sayakbay movie poster

Sayakbay

August 31, 2017 2h 2m

Originally released in 2017. Sayakbay is a drama/history film. directed by Ernest Abdyjaparov. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Marat Janteliev, Eldar Aitmatov, and Baktybek Nurmat uulu

Synopsis

In 1957, Chinghiz Aitmatov, a young Kyrgyz student from the Moscow Literature Institute, destined to become one of the great writers of our time, arrives at a Kyrgyz village to receive the blessing of Sayakbay Karalayev, the famous narrator of the epic poem Manas. Looking back upon his life, Sayakbay recalls a number of historical events which took place throughout Kyrgyz and Soviet history.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 31, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 2h 2m 122 minutes total
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Language KY Original language
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Country Kyrgyz Republic Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KY

Production Companies

  • Studio Ernest Abdyjaparov
  • Fund of Saykbay Karalaev

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sayakbay about?

In 1957, Chinghiz Aitmatov, a young Kyrgyz student from the Moscow Literature Institute, destined to become one of the great writers of our time, arrives at a Kyrgyz village to receive the blessing...

Who directed Sayakbay?

Sayakbay was directed by Ernest Abdyjaparov.

How long is Sayakbay?

Sayakbay has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).

When was Sayakbay released?

Sayakbay was released on August 31, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Sayakbay?

The main cast of Sayakbay includes Marat Janteliev, Eldar Aitmatov, Baktybek Nurmat uulu, Umot Doolotov, Tynar Abdrazaeva.