Blacksmith
Original title: Darkhan
Overview
The darkhans of Buryatia, a Buddhist region of Siberia, were craftsmen and blacksmiths highly esteemed for their artistic skills, ability to work with fire, and shamanistic talent. Dashi Namdakov, a descant of darkhans, began to learn the craft not long after a Buryat shaman cured him of a life-threatening illness as a young man. Today he is internationally celebrated as an artist and sculptor. Namdakov carries on his ancestors' ways, working with fire and metal to create art that conveys a Buddhist-shamanic spirituality and a distinct flavor of the supernatural. This 2019 film by Kazakh director Gulshat Omarova offers a glimpse into Namdakov's fascinating life and the creative process that honors his Buryat roots.
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Crew
- Director
- Gulshat Omarova
- Producer
- Gulshat Omarova
Frequently asked questions
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Who directed Blacksmith?
Blacksmith was directed by Gulshat Omarova.
When was Blacksmith released?
Blacksmith was released in 2019.
