Mongol

From Friday 6th June 2008 | book tickets

2hrs, Mongolia/Russia 2007. Directed by Sergei Bodrov.  English subtitles.

Award-winning Russian filmmaker Sergei Bodrov illuminates the life and legend of Genghis Khan in this stunning, Oscar nominated historical epic. Based on leading scholarly accounts, Mongol delves into the dramatic and harrowing early years of the ruler who was born as Temudgin in 1162. As it follows Temudgin from his perilous childhood to the battle that sealed his destiny, the film paints a multidimensional portrait of the future conqueror, revealing him not as the evil brute of stereotype, but as an inspiring, fearless and visionary leader. Mongol shows us the making of an extraordinary man, and the foundation on which so much of his greatness rested: his relationship with his wife, Borte, his lifelong love and most trusted advisor.

“Breathtaking landscapes, dazzling cinematography... beautifully mounted ... spectacular production design” - Variety