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The Eagle Huntress
2016
Movie
87 min
English
Follow Aisholpan, a 13-year-old girl, as she trains to become the first female in twelve generations of her Kazakh family to become an eagle hunter, and rise to the pinnacle of a tradition that has been typically been handed down from father to son for centuries.
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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users93%
Director: Otto Bell•Genres: Documentary, Adventure, Family
Plot Summary
The film follows the journey of Ayshat, a 13-year-old Mongolian girl from a nomadic family who trains to become the first female eagle hunter in 12 generations. Facing skepticism from elders and the challenges of a male-dominated tradition, Ayshat trains her eagle and competes in the Golden Eagle Festival. It's a story of courage, perseverance, and breaking cultural barriers.
Critical Reception
The Eagle Huntress was widely acclaimed by critics for its stunning cinematography, inspiring narrative, and powerful portrayal of a young woman defying tradition. It resonated with audiences for its message of female empowerment and its visually captivating look at a unique cultural practice.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its breathtaking visuals of the Mongolian landscape and eagle hunting.
Lauded for its inspiring and empowering story of a young girl breaking traditional gender roles.
Celebrated for its intimate access to a unique cultural tradition and the personal journey of its protagonist.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised the film's inspirational story of a young girl's determination and the beautiful cinematography showcasing Mongolian culture and eagle hunting. Many found it deeply moving and a celebration of female strength.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Documentary at the Critics' Choice Awards, Sundance Film Festival Audience Award, and the Golden Tomato Awards. It also received nominations from the IDA Documentary Awards and the Cinema Eye Honors Awards.
Fun Fact
The film was narrated by Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley, who was so moved by the story that she offered to narrate it for free.
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