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Epic Film 'The Fall of Otrar' Premieres August 1

7/10/2025

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Ardak Amirkulov's captivating film, The Fall of Otrar, hits theaters on August 1 at Film at Lincoln Center. This stunning restoration brings to life the 13th-century conquest of Otrar by Genghis Khan, told through the perspective of a brave Kipchak soldier. With breathtaking visuals and gripping historical drama, it illuminates a crucial chapter in Central Asian history.

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Ardak Amirkulov's captivating film, The Fall of Otrar, hits theaters on August 1 at Film at Lincoln Center. This stunning restoration brings to life the 13th-century conquest of Otrar by Genghis Khan, told through the perspective of a brave Kipchak soldier. With breathtaking visuals and gripping historical drama, it illuminates a crucial chapter in Central Asian history.