Lyutfi Sarymsakova

Set in an isolated and very traditional Muslim village, this tale of impossible love reveals Khamraev's great affinity for nature and its cycles, his attention to traditional customs and family relationships, and his marked fascination with rebellious women. (cinematheque)

The film is a touching story about an Uzbek family who gave shelter to 14 kids evacuated during the World War II while their own child was at the battlefronts. (Mubi)