Happy Independence Day

Happy Independence Day 2023 Directed by Camila Sagyntkan

A fast-forward metaphor for Kazakhstan's path to look for a new identity through the image of a middle-aged man Marat who loses his meaning in life after the death of his love. His dissatisfaction with the new society increases and the fear of remaining unnecessary to anyone scares him. Marat tries to find a new sense of life against all societal, economic, and political changes in the country through work and his son's pride but finds it completely different.

Country Kazakhstan

Production Country Kazakhstan

Language Russian

Spoken Languages Kazakh , Russian

Gnere Drama

Budget $4,000

Release Date 31 December 2023

16 mins