Lady Zhibek
Kyz-Zhibek - Kazakh poetic folk legend of the 16th century, tells about the period in the Kazakh nation when the people suffered from bloody feuds. In those times each province of the Kazakh nation had its own Khan and each tried to supersede the other. The love story of Tolegen, the brave warrior, and the beauty Zhibek ends tragically because of inter-family strife. Tolegen is foully murdered by Bekejan (the batyr, or nobleman, of the rival family), who earlier strived for the hand of Zhibek. Zhibek commits suicide after learning about the death of Tolegen.
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| Original Title | Кыз-Жiбек |
| Year | 1972 |
| Country | Soviet Union |
| Genre | Romance, Drama, History |
| Director | Sultan Khodzhikov |
| Runtime | 143 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.5/10 (2 votes) |
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Lady Zhibek is an exceptional film rated 8.5/10. It ranks among the finest in its genre and is an absolute must-watch for any film lover.
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A classic from 1972. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
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