Akhtem Seitablaev

Akhtem Seitablaev, a master of the screen from Ukraine, was born in 1972 in Yangiyoʻl, Uzbekistan. He has been actively directing since 2002, mainly in the genres of drama and war, with his most famous films including "Cyborgs: Heroes Never Die" and "Chuzhaya molitva". He has been honored with several awards including the prestigious OIFF award for Best Actor, and his authorial style is deeply rooted in his Crimean Tatar heritage and characterized by a vivid depiction of human resilience and struggle. Akhtem Seitablaev is a director who, with each film, paints a vivid picture of the human condition, resonating with audiences on a deeply emotional level.