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flag *River Dreams*, a Kazakh documentary, became the first from the country to screen at the Berlin Film Festival, highlighting young women’s struggles amid systemic inequality.

flag The Kazakh documentary *River Dreams*, directed by Kristina Mikhailova, made history as the first film from Kazakhstan to premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival, drawing a sold-out crowd and emotional responses. flag The film, which follows the Aksay River as a metaphor for young women’s lives, explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and systemic inequality, including domestic violence, through intimate interviews with activists, students, prisoners, and LGBTQ+ individuals. flag Mikhailova made her feature debut by appearing in the film herself, emphasizing authenticity. flag Despite no support from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Culture and limited funding, the team secured last-minute resources after the film’s selection for the Forum Special section, a testament to the challenges faced by independent filmmakers in the country. flag The premiere marks a significant moment for Kazakh voices on the global stage.

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