Black Gold
Қара алтын
Synopsis
1992, the country is in economic chaos following the collapse of the Soviet Union. Kasym Isagaliyev, the director of a successful construction holding, decides to enter the oil industry at the suggestion of a geologist partner — to obtain a license for two fields that the state has declared unprofitable. He faces a number of challenges: difficulties in securing funding, tough negotiations with investors, lack of experience in the new field, and competitors who have no intention of staying on the sidelines. Moreover, there is no 100 % guarantee that the disputed fields contain sufficient oil reserves.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Murat Yeszhan
- Original Title
- Қара алтын
- Spoken Languages
- Kazakh
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Gold
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What is Black Gold about?
1992, the country is in economic chaos following the collapse of the Soviet Union. Kasym Isagaliyev, the director of a successful construction holding, decides to enter the oil industry at the suggestion of a geologist partner — to obtain a license for two fields that the state has declared unprofitable. He faces a number of challenges: difficulties in securing funding, tough negotiations with investors, lack of experience in the new field, and competitors who have no intention of staying on the sidelines. Moreover, there is no 100 % guarantee that the disputed fields contain sufficient oil reserves.
Who directed Black Gold?
Black Gold was directed by Murat Yeszhan.
Who stars in Black Gold?
The principal cast of Black Gold includes Kuandyk Kystykbayev, Adil Akhmetov, Chingiz Kapin, Marat Amiraev, Bakhitzhan Alpeisov.
When was Black Gold released and how long is it?
Black Gold was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 2h 10m.