Poets of Mongolia
Synopsis
The film starts in Nalaikh where old Mongolchaan is one of the many former miners who - after the closure of the mine - continues digging for coal in order to survive. Despite the extremely severe working conditions, he perseveres to support his children. Mongolchaan sells his coal to Basandorj, a middleman between the coal pits and the power stations in the city. Basandorj delivers the coal to a power station where young Erdenetsetseg is in charge. Despite the harsh environment, she enjoys her life and work. The electricity produced by the power plant enlightens blind Amarjarkhal's apartment. Ever since she moved from Nalaikh to the capital she makes a living as a writer and performer of popular songs.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Brosens, Peter Krüger, Byamba Sakhya
- Original Title
- Poets of Mongolia
- Spoken Languages
- Mongolian
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Brosens, Peter Krüger, Byamba Sakhya
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Peter Brosens
Director
Peter Krüger
Director
Byamba Sakhya
Director
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What is Poets of Mongolia about?
The film starts in Nalaikh where old Mongolchaan is one of the many former miners who - after the closure of the mine - continues digging for coal in order to survive. Despite the extremely severe working conditions, he perseveres to support his children. Mongolchaan sells his coal to Basandorj, a middleman between the coal pits and the power stations in the city. Basandorj delivers the coal to a power station where young Erdenetsetseg is in charge. Despite the harsh environment, she enjoys her life and work. The electricity produced by the power plant enlightens blind Amarjarkhal's apartment. Ever since she moved from Nalaikh to the capital she makes a living as a writer and performer of popular songs.
Who directed Poets of Mongolia?
Poets of Mongolia was directed by Peter Brosens, Peter Krüger, Byamba Sakhya.
Who stars in Poets of Mongolia?
The principal cast of Poets of Mongolia includes Not specified.
When was Poets of Mongolia released and how long is it?
Poets of Mongolia was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 50m.