Ernest Abdyzhaparov

Ernest Abdyshaparov (b. 1961, Bishkek, Kirghizstan) graduated from the Institute of Russian Language and Culture, then taught for five years. Beginning in 1988 he worked as a production assistant for Kirghiz Film Studios, and was involved at the same time in the conception of a satirical movie magazine. He later edited various films and assistant directed, debuting as an independent director in 1993. Saratan (2004) is his feature film debut.

MFF Karlovy Vary