Madalena Abdrakmanova

Young Altyn eagerly leaves pastoral life behind for the modern comforts of the capital, but soon finds a corrupted society clashing with the values of her ancestors when confronted with an unexpected pregnancy. Mine development, melting glaciers and the loss of tradition are prominent symptoms of the current transformation of Kyrgyzstan, a country not often represented on the big screen.

The story begins with Maksat falling in love with Aisuluu at first sight. He soon learns that Aisuluu has a "fiancé" - Tilek, the son of her parents' friends. They disapprove of Maksat, considering Tilek the best match for their daughter. Maksat tries to impress by hiring actors to create the illusion of his family, but the plan fails.