Blacksmith
Darkhan
Synopsis
The darkhans of Buryatia, a Buddhist region of Siberia, were craftsmen and blacksmiths highly esteemed for their artistic skills, ability to work with fire, and shamanistic talent. Dashi Namdakov, a descant of darkhans, began to learn the craft not long after a Buryat shaman cured him of a life-threatening illness as a young man. Today he is internationally celebrated as an artist and sculptor. Namdakov carries on his ancestors' ways, working with fire and metal to create art that conveys a Buddhist-shamanic spirituality and a distinct flavor of the supernatural. This 2019 film by Kazakh director Gulshat Omarova offers a glimpse into Namdakov's fascinating life and the creative process that honors his Buryat roots.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Gulshat Omarova
- Original Title
- Darkhan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian, Mongolian, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gulshat Omarova
Gulshat Omarova
Department Leadership Roster
Gulshat Omarova
Producer
Gulshat Omarova
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blacksmith
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What is Blacksmith about?
The darkhans of Buryatia, a Buddhist region of Siberia, were craftsmen and blacksmiths highly esteemed for their artistic skills, ability to work with fire, and shamanistic talent. Dashi Namdakov, a descant of darkhans, began to learn the craft not long after a Buryat shaman cured him of a life-threatening illness as a young man. Today he is internationally celebrated as an artist and sculptor. Namdakov carries on his ancestors' ways, working with fire and metal to create art that conveys a Buddhist-shamanic spirituality and a distinct flavor of the supernatural. This 2019 film by Kazakh director Gulshat Omarova offers a glimpse into Namdakov's fascinating life and the creative process that honors his Buryat roots.
Who directed Blacksmith?
Blacksmith was directed by Gulshat Omarova.
Who stars in Blacksmith?
The principal cast of Blacksmith includes Sergei Bodrov.
When was Blacksmith released and how long is it?
Blacksmith was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.