Where the Sky Meets the Land (1999)
• September 4th, 1999 • 1h 25min
Documentary
Overview
Documentary feature about Kyrgyzstan, the home of the poet Tschingis Aitmatov and his characters, encounters with nomads, Kyrgyz traditions and the impressive scenery.
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