The Kalgan Horse
“A boy, a horse, and the violence of growing up.”
Synopsis
In the borderlands of farming and herding in northern China, a Mongolian horse awaits the fate of castration, while a 10-year-old boy, determined to protect it, must confront violence and cruelty beyond his understanding.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Palm Springs International ShortFest
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zichen Zhao
- Screenplay & Story
- Zichen Zhao, Yue Zhang
- Original Title
- The Kalgan Horse
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zichen Zhao
Zichen Zhao, Yue Zhang
Junxiong Joshua Zhu
Zichen Zhao, Yue Zhang
Zichen Zhao
Department Leadership Roster
Zichen Zhao
Director
Zichen Zhao
Producer
Zichen Zhao
Screenplay
Yue Zhang
Screenplay
Junxiong Joshua Zhu
Director of Photography
Zichen Zhao
Editor
Yue Zhang
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Kalgan Horse.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Kalgan Horse
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Kalgan Horse about?
In the borderlands of farming and herding in northern China, a Mongolian horse awaits the fate of castration, while a 10-year-old boy, determined to protect it, must confront violence and cruelty beyond his understanding.
Who directed The Kalgan Horse?
The Kalgan Horse was directed by Zichen Zhao.
Who stars in The Kalgan Horse?
The principal cast of The Kalgan Horse includes Yang Yang, Feng Si, Ye Lan.
When was The Kalgan Horse released and how long is it?
The Kalgan Horse was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 13m.