The Eagle Huntress

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The Eagle Huntress
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The Eagle Huntress

Event Date

Wed 20 Nov 2024

Event Time

10:00 - 11:40

Location

Cineworld Speke, New Mersey Retail Park Speke, Speke Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L24 8QB, 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.

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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

Cineworld Speke

Address

New Mersey Retail Park Speke ,
Liverpool ,
Merseyside,
L24 8QB

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