The Eagle Huntress

The Eagle Huntress
Screening
The Eagle Huntress

Event Date

Fri 08 Nov 2024

Event Time

10:00 - 11:40

Location

Light Cinema Banbury, Spiceball Park road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 2PA, England

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Cost

FREE

Recommended Age Group

7–14

Curriculum Subject/s

  • Citizenship
  • Geography
  • PSHE Education

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Amongst the isolated Kazakh tribe in the mountains of northwest Mongolia the long tradition of eagle hunting has only been practiced by men for centuries. 13-year-old Aisholpan has other ideas however, determined to follow in her father’s footsteps and take part in the Golden Eagle Festival. Her decision causes controversy amongst older members of the community but Aisholpan is determined to prove them wrong, embarking on a strict program of training with a new eagle and the ever watchful eye of her father. This remarkable documentary captures the astounding beauty of the landscape, introducing audiences to a culture entirely different to our own in warm, insightful fashion. At its heart is Aisholpan: an inspirational, resourceful and courageous female role model. Book now

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Film title

The Eagle Huntress


Synopsis

Amongst the isolated Kazakh tribe in the mountains of northwest Mongolia the long tradition of eagle hunting has only been practiced by men for centuries. 13-year-old Aisholpan has other ideas however, determined to follow in her father’s footsteps and take part in the Golden Eagle Festival. Her decision causes controversy amongst older members of the community but Aisholpan is determined to prove them wrong, embarking on a strict program of training with a new eagle and the ever watchful eye of her father. This remarkable documentary captures the astounding beauty of the landscape, introducing audiences to a culture entirely different to our own in warm, insightful fashion. At its heart is Aisholpan: an inspirational, resourceful and courageous female role model.

Hunting with eagles.

Director/s

Otto Bell

Year

2016

Country of Production

United Kingdom / Mongolia / USA

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Family

Language

English / Kazakh

Duration

87 minutes

Venue name

Light Cinema Banbury

Address

Spiceball Park road,
Banbury,
Oxfordshire,
OX16 2PA

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