The Heritage (1970)
The film is dedicated to the beauty and majesty of its homeland, the traditions of the Kyrgyz people, and the everyday life and work of its people. The story is narrated by an old man who has lived a long life. As if looking back with a thoughtful gaze, he remembers all the cherished moments and beauty he will soon have to leave behind. Yet despite the looming tragedy, there is no sense of pessimism — every memory, every frame shines with a hopeful warmth, like life itself. The old shepherd’s character and spirit, reflected in his eyes, will live on in his grandchildren, preserving both the beauty of the land and the deep love he felt for it.
Director: Tolomush Okeev
| Directing | Tolomush Okeev | Director |
| Writing | Tolomush Okeev | Writer |
| Writing | Beksultan Zhakiev | Writer |
| Camera | Nurtai Borbiyev | Camera Operator |
| Sound | Tashtan Ermatov | Music |
| Editing | Rakiya Shershenova | Editor |
| Art | Kazbek Zhusupov | Production Design |
| Writing | Rudolf Chmonin | Script Editor |
