
Dzhamilya
Directed by Irina Poplavskaya
Produced by Mosfilm, Kirghizfilm
A tender, melancholic portrait of forbidden love and self-discovery set against the backdrop of WWII in a remote Kyrgyz village, told through memory and longing.
In a remote Kyrgyz village, Dzhamilya follows her parents' orders when she marries a man without loving him. Then World War II breaks out and her new husband has to leave the village. While being alone, Dzhamiliya meets the returning soldier Daniyar and falls in love with him instead. Years later, their young friend Seid reminisces about the couple.
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Questions people ask
Is Dzhamilya sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is Dzhamilya scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Dzhamilya easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
Does Dzhamilya end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is Dzhamilya violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Dzhamilya
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Dzhamilya
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Dzhamilya, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Dzhamilya, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Dzhamilya, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.






















































