Queen of the Mountains (2014): Cast & Plot
Queen of the Mountains is a 2014 action drama directed by Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, starring Nasira Mambetova as Kurmanjan Datka (50), Aziz Muradillayev and Adilet Usubaliyev. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 15m (135 min)
- Director
- Sadyk Sher-Niyaz
- Original language
- Kyrgyz
- Studio
- Aitysh Film
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Queen of the Mountains About?
The premise of Queen of the Mountains without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In a region of Asia where women traditionally hold little power, the spirited Kurmanjan Datka challenges her family’s expectations and rises to become the leader of her native Kyrgyzstan. Her determination and strength allow her to overcome significant obstacles and ultimately claim a position of authority, defying societal norms and shaping the destiny of her people.
Queen of the Mountains Cast & Characters
Nasira Mambetova leads the cast as Kurmanjan Datka (50), with Aziz Muradillayev as Alymbek Datka and Adilet Usubaliyev as Kamchybek. Directed by Sadyk Sher-Niyaz; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sadyk Sher-Niyaz
- Nasira Mambetova as Kurmanjan Datka (50)
- Aziz Muradillayev as Alymbek Datka
- Adilet Usubaliyev as Kamchybek
- Ulanbek Omuraliev as Shabdan baatyr
Also Starring in Queen of the Mountains
· 3 more- Dinara Abdykadyrova Kurmanjan's mother
- Elina Abai Kyzy Kurmanjan Datka (18-25)
- Mirlan Abdulayev Akbalban
Queen of the Mountains Plot Summary
What happens in Queen of the Mountains from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1816, in the rugged Alay District, a young Kurmanjan Datka steps into a destiny that will shape a nation. A cave fortune teller foresees that she will one day be worth ten sons, a prophecy that threads through the years as if a tiger’s shadow were always nearby. The film opens with that striking image of the tiger, echoing a life marked by danger, courage, and an unyielding will.
Full summary
The whole story of Queen of the Mountains, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Queen of the Mountains?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Queen of the Mountains Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Курманжан Датка” and “Kurmancan Datka: Dağların Kraliçesi”.
- Also known as
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- Курманжан Датка
- Kurmancan Datka: Dağların Kraliçesi
- Kurmanjan datka
- Курманджан Датка: Алайската царица
- Курманжан Датка. Королева гор
- Курманжан Датка: Королева гір
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Queen of the Mountains FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Queen of the Mountains, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Queen of the Mountains?
Queen of the Mountains runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
When was Queen of the Mountains released?
Queen of the Mountains was released on August 22, 2014.
Who directed Queen of the Mountains?
Queen of the Mountains was directed by Sadyk Sher-Niyaz.
Who is in the cast of Queen of the Mountains?
Queen of the Mountains stars Nasira Mambetova as Kurmanjan Datka (50), Aziz Muradillayev as Alymbek Datka and Adilet Usubaliyev as Kamchybek, among 7 credited actors.
Does Queen of the Mountains have a post-credit scene?
No. Queen of the Mountains has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Queen of the Mountains in?
The original language of Queen of the Mountains is Kyrgyz.
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