The 8th International Women Directors Film Forum, dedicated to the memory of People’s Artist of Kyrgyzstan Jamal Seidakmatova, is taking place at Osh State University.
The event brings together women filmmakers from Central Asian countries and other parts of the world, cultural figures, government and civil society representatives, and students.
The first day of the forum focused on the creative legacy of Jamal Seidakmatova, founder of the Tунгуч Theatre and a prominent actress. Excerpts from her films Sharkyratma, Ulan, Descendants of the Snow Leopard, The Wave Dies on the Shore, and Kurmanjan Datka were screened. The documentary My Name Is Issyk-Kul by director Dalmira Tilepbergenova was also presented.
The forum will feature master classes, film screenings, and creative meetings.
The event aims to support regional cinema, promote professional exchange, and strengthen international cultural cooperation.