In this interview, producer Almas Zhali talks about the films Dastur and Auru, the core ideas behind them, and the team’s goal to bring new formats and experiments into Kazakh cinema. He discusses Auru’s international distribution with Loco Films, expectations for global releases, and the growing interest in new cultures and stories. Zhali also reveals the direction of Dastur 2, inspired by Kazakh scary tales and mythology, and shares his view on the rapid development of Kazakh cinema and the creative industry.

