Songs of Abai
Песни Абая
Synopsis
The screen adaptation of the novel "Abai" by Mukhtar Auezov recreates the story of prominent Kazakh poet and philosopher Abay Kunanbayev. The famous Kazakh poet became friends with the Russian exile, scientist Nifont Dolgopolov. Under the influence of their growing friendship, Abai formed some of his academic ideas and principles.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Kalibek Kuanyshbayev
Abai
Kapan Badyrov
Aidar
Serke Kozhamkulov
Kozhamkulov
Yeleubai Umurzakov
Erden
Shaken Aimanov
Sharip
Zhagda Oguzbayev
Abish
Sayfulla Telgaraev
Kokpay
Kamal Karmysov
Ospanov
Rakhia Koychubayeva
Oleg Zhakov
Dolgopolov - Nifont Ivanovich
Marat Syzdykov
Narymbet
Amina Umurzakova
Azhar
Sholpan Dzhandarbekova
Magish
Zoya Tadzhitdinova
Karlygash
Dariga Tnalina
Yerkezhan: Abay's young wife (uncredited)
Ataibek Zholumbetov
Oraz (uncredited)
Tamara Kosubayeva
(uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Grigoriy Roshal, Yefim Aron
- Screenplay & Story
- Mukhtar Auezov, Grigoriy Roshal
- Original Score
- Latif Khamidi
- Original Title
- Песни Абая
- Country of Origin
- Soviet Union
- Spoken Languages
- Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Kazakhfilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Grigoriy Roshal, Yefim Aron
Mukhtar Auezov, Grigoriy Roshal
Latif Khamidi
Galina Pyshkova
D. Lander
Department Leadership Roster
Grigoriy Roshal
Director
Yefim Aron
Director
Mukhtar Auezov
Writer
Grigoriy Roshal
Writer
Galina Pyshkova
Director of Photography
D. Lander
Editor
Latif Khamidi
Original Music Composer
Kulakhmet Khodzhikov
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Songs of Abai
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Songs of Abai about?
The screen adaptation of the novel "Abai" by Mukhtar Auezov recreates the story of prominent Kazakh poet and philosopher Abay Kunanbayev. The famous Kazakh poet became friends with the Russian exile, scientist Nifont Dolgopolov. Under the influence of their growing friendship, Abai formed some of his academic ideas and principles.
Who directed Songs of Abai?
Songs of Abai was directed by Grigoriy Roshal, Yefim Aron.
Who stars in Songs of Abai?
The principal cast of Songs of Abai includes Kalibek Kuanyshbayev, Kapan Badyrov, Serke Kozhamkulov, Yeleubai Umurzakov, Shaken Aimanov.
When was Songs of Abai released and how long is it?
Songs of Abai was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Songs of Abai?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Songs of Abai was composed by Latif Khamidi.
Is Songs of Abai based on a book or true story?
Songs of Abai is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Mukhtar Auezov".