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Stasia Caz was born on 21 January 1988 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for Polar (2019), Taken (2017) and Reign (2013).- Actress
- Director
- Writer
Monika Gossmann was born on 10 December 1981 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress and director, known for Mank (2020), The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2023) and The Staircase (2022). She is married to Anton Pampushnyy.- Roman Varshavsky was born on 1 November 1968 in Almaty, Kazakhstan USSR. He is an actor, known for Whiteout (2009), Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011).
- Actress
- Additional Crew
- Producer
Aruzhan was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan. From the very early age Aruzhan has always been a leader. First place winner on ballroom dance competitions, class monitor, student council member. Being only 16 years old Aruzhan won a modeling contest Ford Models Supermodel of Kazakhstan and became an international model. During next several years she was modeling in New York and Paris. In 2007 Aruzhan had her bachelor degree in international journalism and mass communications. It took her only two years after graduation to become a chief editor of local business magazine. Despite her success in journalism, Aruzhan decided to change her life completely when she got an invitation to play a lead in her debut film "Swings". In 2013 Aruzhan applied for UCLA Acting program and went to Los Angeles to study. In 2016 received Kazakhstan Film Critics Association Award (Best actress in leading role) for comedy "Wedding for three".- Actor
- Soundtrack
Eugen Bauder was born on 5 March 1986 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for Türkisch für Anfänger (2012), Fucking Berlin (2016) and Unsere Jungs - Auch Strippen will gelernt sein (2018).- Julia Pogrebinska was born on 16 July 1984 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for Wataha (2014), In Hiding (2013) and Pitbull: New Orders (2016). She has been married to John Scott since 19 August 2017.
- Lev Prygunov was born on 23 April 1939 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for The Sum of All Fears (2002), The Saint (1997) and K-19: The Widowmaker (2002).
- Vladimir Tolokonnikov was born on 25 June 1943 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He was an actor, known for Khottabych (2006), Heart of a Dog (1988) and Mechty idiota (1993). He was married to Nadezhda Tolokonnikova. He died on 15 July 2017 in Moscow, Russia.
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Peter Zhmutski was born in the former Soviet Union, in what is today the country of Kazakhstan. Growing up in the capital city of Almaty with a population over 2 million people, Zhmutski's life has always included diverse forms of art. His extensive educational background includes graduating from six different schools. Zhmutski studied and mastered the crafts of music, sports, foreign languages, acting, film, video and television, and even professional writing.
Zhmutski came to the United States of America in 1998 having completed an 8-year music degree and holding a diploma from the Linguistic Gymnasia of Almaty. From childhood, Zhmutski has always been active in stage performances. In Kansas he studied theatre and received his Associate degree from Fort Scott Community College, graduating Summa Cum Laude.
Zhmutski moved on to Pittsburg State University to study Communications with an emphasis in Broadcasting. Back home in Kazakhstan, Zhmutski hosted National Television shows for children, which made him feel quite at home with the craft of Broadcasting. After producing several TV shows at PSU, winning the highest awards for his Public Service Announcements and receiving his bachelor degree Magna Cum Laude, Zhmutski opened his own production company "PZ Production" and began making films.
"PZ Production" started in 2002. Zhmutski has already directed and produced 13 shorts, 3 feature films, 3 documentaries, 1 mini series, numerous corporate, training, television projects and music videos. As an actor in major roles, he has participated in more than 25 films and 10 television and web projects. Several of Zhumtski's 20 international merits and awards were presented in Oklahoma at the Barebones International Film Festival and Script-2-Screen International Film Festival. Zhmutski also received 2 Platinum Remi, 1 Gold Remi, and 1 Silver Remi awards in Houston at the 3rd oldest International Film Festival - Worldfest where such directors as Spielberg, Lynch, Cohen Brothers, Ang Lee, Ridley Scott and many others have been recognized with awards.
Zhmutski moved to Oklahoma in 2003. He received his Master of Professional Writing diploma from the University of Oklahoma where Zhmutski also taught film and video courses for two years. In Oklahoma, Zhmutski produced films together with Golden Wing Films, Darkwood Productions, New Ad Age International, National Film Studios, National Film Project Co., Gon Productions and V-DIGI Media.
Zhmutski also produced 15 original individual music CDs and scored 16 films. Over the past 7 years, Zhmutski has also given concerts of his original solo performances, most of which were done as benefit events. His last big performance was a Hurricane Katrina Benefit Concert held in Norman, Oklahoma in December of 2005.
Zhmutski has been invited to develop projects for different production companies across the United States. In 2006 he worked as a creative producer/director at 21st-Century Studios in Jacksonville Florida. From 2007 to 2009 he developed projects for Hollywood companies in California.
Zhmutski returned to Norman, Oklahoma in January 2009 with his wife and daughter. He is a published writer. Today Zhmutski is teamed up with internationally acclaimed Oscar-winning filmmakers to develop and produce projects in the motion picture industry.
In 2013 Zhmutski produced and directed another feature film in Oklahoma called "Project Ghost Town" which will premiere in 2014. In February 2013 Zhmutski produced the first 3D feature film shot in Oklahoma called "Higher Mission" starring Casper Van Dien and Catherine Oxenberg.- Actress
- Soundtrack
Susanna Simon was born on 23 July 1968 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for Dr. Molly & Karl (2008), Godless Youth (2017) and Tatort (1970).- Natalya Nazarova was born on 28 June 1949 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She was an actress, known for A Slave of Love (1976), Molodaya zhena (1979) and A Little Doll (1988). She died on 17 March 2022 in Russia.
- Director
- Cinematographer
- Editor
Arman Sayat, a visionary filmmaker hailing from Kazakhstan, has meticulously navigated his journey through the dynamic landscapes of storytelling and cinema. Born in amidst the post-Soviet transformations of his homeland, Arman's early years were shaped by resilience and adaptability, traits that would become hallmarks of his career.
Pursuing an education in management, Arman's multifaceted approach to filmmaking began as a self-taught endeavor, marked by trial and error, limited resources, and early collaborations with close friends.
A pivotal moment in his career materialized during a pandemic, when a mini Internet series propelled his short film "Ink" to a finalist position at a film festival. This success marked a turning point, propelling Arman towards impactful storytelling and addressing social issues.
Arman's versatility further manifested in ventures such as translating and dubbing foreign film trailers, showcasing his commitment to exploring various facets of the industry. The culmination of his efforts led him from Los Angeles to enrollment at the prestigious New York Film Academy, a testament to his unwavering commitment to cinematic excellence.
As a filmmaker, Arman's recent projects have garnered acclaim, with numerous submissions to festivals underway. Each endeavor surpasses the previous one in terms of quality and content, a testament to his continuous evolution within the industry. Despite still being a student, Arman is inundated with collaboration offers and invitations to participate in diverse projects.
In addition to his thriving career, Arman actively experiments with various genres, infusing each project with a unique character. His latest project, "MR Nightmare," within the thriller/horror genre, has left a lasting impression during screenings, with preparations underway for prestigious film festival submissions.
Arman's involvement in the filmmaking process extends beyond the director's chair, collaborating closely with the director of photography and contributing to various aspects of production. Noteworthy projects, such as "On the Other Side of the Road," where Arman served as the screenwriter and director of photography, are captivating audiences at film festivals.
With a rapidly progressing career and a contemplated foray into feature filmmaking, Arman remains committed to completing his studies at the film academy, holding an unwavering focus on obtaining his long-awaited diploma. A consummate professional, Arman's multifaceted journey is an inspirational narrative, underscoring the power of resilience and the pursuit of dreams within the vibrant world of filmmaking.- Actress
- Soundtrack
Victoria Dayneko - (born on May 12, 1987 in Kazakhstan) famous international singer, songwriter, actress and model, winner of various awards. Since 2004 she became famous in Russia and eastern Europe after her victory at the Star Factory-5 All-Russian TV show.
Victoria's Russian songs have a multi million audience in eastern Europe and have repeatedly topped the Russian charts. During her carer Victoria won numerous music awards. She won the main Russian music award "Golden Gramophone" several times.
As a famous model, Victoria starred for Playboy Russia magazine cover several times. As a singer in 2014 Victoria was declared as a Singer of the Year by Russian Glamour magazine. As an actress Victoria starred in various movies, series and music videos. She worked for Walt Disney Pictures and DreamWorks as part of voiceover of animated series Tangled and Trolls.
Victoria is actively working on new international projects, mainly in the United States.
Music albums released: "Igolka" (Russian, 2008), "V" (English, 2014), "Smaily" (Russian, 2018), "Magnitnye" (Russian, 2019).
In 2007, Victoria recorded a soundtrack for the movie "V Ozhidanii Chuda" (Eng. "Waiting for a Miracle") - "Film Ne O Lyubvi" (Eng. "The Movie is not About Love"). At the same time a video clip for this song was shot.
In 2009 Victoria recorded a title soundtrack to major movie about Navy Admiral Kolchak and presented it at the Russian premiere with the orchestra.
In 2010 Victoria became the voice of Russian "Tangled", famous Walt Disney Pictures movie.
In 2011 hit song «Sotri ego iz memory» («Erase him from your memory») was released by Victoria Dayneko and got Russian Golden Gramophone award and millions of fans all over Russia and eastern Europe.
In 2013-2014 Victoria wrote an English album in London with talented music producer Pete «Boxsta» Martin along side with Dantae Johnson. This album named «V» was released in November 2014.
In November 2014 Victoria was declared as a Singer of the Year by Russian Glamour Magazine.
In 2014 Victoria released music video to a song «Bei Sebia» («Beat Yourself»). This video gained over 30 millions of views on YouTube all over the world.
In 2015 Victoria got married and gave birth to her daughter.
In 2016 she shocked everyone with quickly returning to the stage in her best shape.
In October 2016, a DreamWorks animated movie "Trolls" was released in Russia. The main character - princess Poppy - was voiced in Russian by Victoria Dayneko.
In 2018 Successful Russian TV series project «Ulyotniy Ekipazh» («Fly Equipage») invited Victoria to join their cast giving her a part of ex-wife of main character. This was her another acting experience on the screen.
In 2019 February first Victoria released new album «Magnitnye» («Magnetic») and music video to a song «Tvoya Devochka» («Your Girl») that gained millions of views on YouTube.
In 2019 was announced that Victoria Dayneko will voice Poppy character in the second part of Dreamworks animated movie Trolls World Tour 2020.- Producer
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- Writer
Yermek Shinarbayev was born in 1953 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is a producer and director, known for Revenge (1989), Alciz Shurek (1994) and The Place on a Grey Tricorne (1993).- Producer
- Director
- Writer
Born in Almaty city, worked in Los Angeles, Appleton, Chicago, Almaty, Astana cities.
In 2006 received Associates Degree in Broadcasting and Television at UW Fox Valley. In 2009 received Bachelors Degree in Film Directing and Producing at Columbia College Chicago.
Served as the Head of Production Branch and Executive Producer of government studio "Kazakhfilm" (2015-2018). Served as President of Kazakhstan Film Union (2016-2018).
Initiated, co-wrote, developed, and lobbied the first Film Law of Kazakhstan (from 2016 to 2018), which was signed by the president of the Republic of Kazakhstan in 2019.
He is currently focused on producing and directing his own projects and providing production services to foreign productions in Kazakhstan.- Sergey Barkovskiy was born on 14 December 1963 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for The Ugly Swans (2006), Perom i shpagoy (2007) and Beginning of the Great Revival (2011).
- Nick is a Russian-American actor from USSR. Nick's first film role was playing a gangster using his Russian martial arts skills in "Tayny madam Vong" (1986). After College of Almaty, he moved to Moscow, Russia. And then immigrated to U.S. in 1991. Since 2002 he is a Member of SAG/AFTRA- Screen Actors Guild / The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. He received his Bachelor's Degree of Fine Arts from the Touro College of New York U.S. in 2005. Now he lives in New York. U.S.
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- Writer
- Editor
Emir Baigazin was born on 19 July 1984 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. Emir is a director and writer, known for Harmony Lessons (2013), The River (2018) and The Wounded Angel (2016).- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
Maksim Drozdov was born on 20 January 1978 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. Maksim is a cinematographer, known for Paper Soldier (2008), Khottabych (2006) and Bibinur (2009).- Director
- Writer
- Actor
Boris Yermolaev was born on 15 June 1938 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He was a director and writer, known for Otche nash (1990), Daisny tserguudee sonsotsgoo! (1971) and Fuete (1986). He was married to Olga Slavin . He died on 29 November 2020 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.- Vladimir Zhirinovskiy was born on 25 April 1946 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He was an actor, known for Korabl dvoynikov (1997), Parizhskaya lyubov Kosti Gumankova (2004) and Reportery (2008). He was married to Galina Lebedeva. He died on 6 April 2022 in Moscow, Russia.
- Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was born on 17 May 1953 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan].
- Vsevolod Kuznetsov was born on 25 February 1970 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (2015), Mafia: Game of Survival (2016) and Resistance 3 (2011).
- Linda Nigmatulina was born on 16 May 1983 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for The Calculator (2014), Medvezhya okhota (2007) and Zyat iz provintsii (1987).
- Aisulu Azimbayeva was born on 9 January 1988 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for Joker (2013), Ona (2017) and Prepod (2013).
- Makil Kulanbayev was born on 22 March 1926 in Zhambyl District, Almaty Region, Kazakh ASSR, Soviet Russia (now Kazakstan). He was an actor, known for Chetvyorka po peniyu (1973), Journey to Childhood (1968) and My-vzroslye (1980). He died on 27 August 1993 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- Denis Ten was born on 13 June 1993 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He was an actor, known for Almaty Romance Film (2015) and PyeongChang 2018: XXIII Olympic Winter Games (2018). He died on 19 July 2018 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- Actor
- Stunts
Murat Mukashev was born on 7 September 1968 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He was an actor, known for Marco Polo (2014), Killer (1998) and Zhauzhürek myng bala (2012). He died on 5 July 2020.- Director
- Writer
- Editor
Amir Karakulov was born on 11 September 1965 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is a director and writer, known for Last Holiday (1996), The Dove's Bell-Ringer (1994) and Jylama (2003).- Director
- Actor
- Writer
Vladimir Popkov was born on 19 September 1941 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He was a director and actor, known for Gruz bez markirovki (1986), Serdtsa tryokh-2 (1993) and Uznay menya (1980). He died on 29 May 2007 in Kyiv, Ukraine.- Maksim Sergeev was born on 21 March 1968 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for Russian Ark (2002), Zvyozdniy vors (2012) and Vaska Easoff (1996).
- Actress
- Director
- Writer
Olga Landina was born on 7 November 1973 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress and director, known for Razgovór (2018), Schizo (2004) and Rebirth Island.- Director
- Writer
- Producer
In 1977 Rachid Nougmanov graduated from an architectural institute. In 1984 he entered the VGIK Moscow Film Institute. His first feature The Needle (1988) initiated what was to become in cinematic history: the 'Kazakh New Wave'. Claiming recognition abroad at festivals including Berlin, Toronto and Sundance, the film took First Prize at Nuremberg and was released in the USSR with 1,000 prints in circulation (the resulting boxoffice number - over 30 million admissions). The film's star, Victor Tsoi, was voted Best Actor of the Year 1989 by the national press. From 1989 to 1992, Nougmanov served as President of the Union of Kazakh Filmmakers. In 1992-1993, he wrote, directed and produced The Wild East, which won international acclaim in venues spanning from Venice to Los Angeles to Tokyo, and was honored in Valenciennes, France with the Prix Special du Jury. Since 1993 Rachid Nougmanov resides in Paris.- Rakhmetbay Teleubayev was born on 22 January 1935 in Almaty oblast, Kazakh ASSR, USSR [now Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for Pesnya zovet (1961), V odnom rayone (1960) and Serebryanyy rog Ala-Tau (1980).
- Writer
- Director
- Producer
Bakhyt Kilibayev was born in 1958 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is a writer and director, known for Gongofer (1992), Kletch (1990) and Zhenshchina dnya (1989).- Vladimir Maslatsov was born on 10 July 1897 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. He was an actor, known for Aladdin and His Magic Lamp (1967), Put entuziastov (1930) and War and Peace (1965). He died on 10 July 1979 in Moscow, USSR.
- Ivan Mamonov was born on 25 January 1978 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is an actor, known for The Day After (2013), Centaur (2023) and Marshrut postroen (2016).
- Zhanna Kuanysheva was born on 4 April 1958 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an actress, known for Kniga legend: Tainstvennyy les (2012), Ask Mom about Sex and Gaukhartas (Hrani Svoyu Zvezdu) (1975).
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Farkhat Sharipov was born on 4 December 1983 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. Farkhat is a director and writer, known for 18 Kilohertz (2020), The Secret of a Leader (2018) and Skhema (2022).- Idris Nogajbayev was born on 15 May 1931 in Talgar, Talgar Raion, Kazakh ASSR, RSFSR, USSR [now Almaty Region, Kazakhstan]. He was an actor, known for Omir jolinda (1960), Kyz-Zhibek (1972) and Odnazhdy nochyu (1960). He died on 31 August 1989 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan].
- Camera and Electrical Department
Marina Sloutsky was born on 4 April 1991 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. Marina is known for Rod the Stormtrooper: Episode IV - Remnants of the Past (2009).- Art Director
- Animation Department
- Art Department
Francheska Yarbusova was born in 1942 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is an art director, known for Shinel, Go There, Don't Know Where (1966) and How One Peasant Fed Two Generals (1965). She has been married to Yuri Norstein since 1967. They have two children.- Director
- Writer
Aleksandr Baranov was born on 20 March 1955 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is a director and writer, known for Ekaterina (2014), Kletch (1990) and Beryozka (2018).- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Zhanna Issabayeva was born in 1968 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. She graduated from the journalism faculty of Kazakh States University in 1991. She has worked as a producer and director since 1993.
In 2007 debuted with the full-length feature film Karoy (2007) which took part in Venice Film Festival, "Critics Week" and was nominated for "Best Asian Director 2007" at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards.- Sound Department
Igor Gladkiy was born on 8 November 1980 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. He is known for Jetlag (2021), Gkavbukh. Istoriya odnoy firmy (2019) and Countdown to UFC (2011).- Writer
- Music Department
Dmitriy Snegin was born on 7 November 1911 in Verniy, Semirechye Oblast, Russian Empire (now Almaty, Kazakstan). Dmitriy was a writer, known for In Those Days (1970) and Daughter of the Steppes (1955). Dmitriy died on 31 March 2001 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.- Camera and Electrical Department
Sergey Shevchenko was born on 9 July 1969 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan];. Sergey is known for Blyustiteli poroka (2000), Ulybka Boga, ili Chisto odesskaya istoriya (2008) and Barbarian (2003).- Elena Likhovtseva was born on 8 September 1975 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan].
- Writer
- Script and Continuity Department
Zauresh Yergaliyeva was born on 9 August 1944 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. She is a writer, known for Sweet Juice Inside the Grass (1984), Turmoil (2008) and Mama Rosa (1991).- Producer
- Cinematographer
Natalya Yudina was born on 31 October 1980 in Alma-Ata, Kazakhskaya SSR, USSR [now Almaty, Kazakhstan]. Natalya is a producer and cinematographer, known for Joker (2013), Korotkie volny (2017) and Mama - Svyatoy Sebastyan (2016).