
The Kazakhs
Les kazaks - minorité nationale
Synopsis
This documentary examines the lives of the Kazakh ethnic minority in western China at the end of the Cultural Revolution. Directed by Joris Ivens and Marceline Loridan-Ivens, the film observes everyday life, work, and cultural traditions within a region shaped by political and social transition.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Joris Ivens
- Screenplay & Story
- Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Joris Ivens
- Original Title
- Les kazaks - minorité nationale
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, French, Kazakh, Uighur
- Runtime
- 48m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Joris Ivens
Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Joris Ivens
Department Leadership Roster
Marceline Loridan-Ivens
Director
Joris Ivens
Director
Marceline Loridan-Ivens
Writer
Joris Ivens
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Kazakhs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Kazakhs about?
This documentary examines the lives of the Kazakh ethnic minority in western China at the end of the Cultural Revolution. Directed by Joris Ivens and Marceline Loridan-Ivens, the film observes everyday life, work, and cultural traditions within a region shaped by political and social transition.
Who directed The Kazakhs?
The Kazakhs was directed by Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Joris Ivens.
Who stars in The Kazakhs?
The principal cast of The Kazakhs includes Not specified.
When was The Kazakhs released and how long is it?
The Kazakhs was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 48m.

















