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'Osama' Director Siddiq Barmak Boards Kazakhstan Oscar Entry
VarietyStory by Naman Ramachandran
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Acclaimed Afghan director Siddiq Barmak joins Kazakhstan's Oscar hopeful 'Bauryna Salu' as executive producer, shining a spotlight on the country's traditional child-rearing customs.
beat sheet
- Barmak, known for his award-winning film 'Osama', is lending his creative vision to 'Bauryna Salu', Kazakhstan's submission for the international feature category at the Academy Awards.
- The film explores the traditional Kazakh practice of grandparents raising firstborn children, offering a unique cultural perspective that's sure to captivate global audiences.
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Siddiq Barmak, Askhat Kuchinchirekov, Kazakhstan, 'Bauryna Salu'