Tokyo's All-Woman Crew Kazakh True Story 'Madina' Smashes Patriarchy: 'We Face Sexism on a Daily Basis' (EXCLUSIVE)

Aizhan Kassymbek’s Kazakh film “Madina,” world premiering at the Tokyo International Film Festival’s Asian Future strand, aims to shatter patriarchy both on and off screen. On screen, the film is based on the real life story of Kassymbek’s friend Madina Akylbek, who also plays the lead role. Set in the harsh Kazakhstan winter, the film […]