Tolubay synchy

Folklore, storytelling, and alternative narratives emerge as vital, especially in animation, where subversive expression thrives. The so-called “golden age” of Soviet animation often served as escapism, offering spaces for beauty, moral reflection, and subtle defiance. The works in the second program feature stop-motion, hand-drawn animation, and puppetry, each experimenting with its own distinctive approach. A central film in this program is TOLUBAY SYNCHY an authentic portrayal of Kyrgyz culture and the deep bond between humans and animals. The film weaves folklore and tradition into a compelling narrative, highlighting the timeless values of the nomadic society.

Films:
The Golden Saqa Bolat Omarov Kazakh SSR 1976 Digital file 10 min.
Alim i ego oslik Alim and His Donkey, Akmal Akbarkhodjaev Uzbek SSR 1978 Digital file 10 min.
Kanbak shal - starik perekati-pole Kanbak Shal - Tumbleweed Old Man Bolat Omarov Kazakh SSR 1979 Digital file 10 min.
Tri mastera Three Masters Bolat Omarov Kazakh SSR 1981 Digital file 10 min.
Tsarevna myshey The Mouse Princess Irina Krivosheevaeva Uzbek SSR 1983 Digital file 10 min.