Tue 24 March 2026
Q&A with director Leigh Iacobucci and activist Zere Asylbek
During the after-talk Q&A director Leigh Iacobucci and activist Zere Asylbek will discuss the rights of women & the queer community and the suppression of their freedom of expression in Kyrgyzstan, as well as how activism through art can give a voice to the voiceless.
The session is moderated by Hil van der Wal, the head of the program of Film Festival Assen.
Language: English.
A Free Daughter of Free Kyrgyzstan
With her courageous, independent voice, young Kyrgyz singer Zere Asylbek sparks solidarity among women. But as freedom of speech and expression are suppressed and Zere faces more and more extreme accusations, the threats grow more menacing. Zere and her family increasingly worry: will she be able to face the mental pre...
Speakers
Zere Asylbek kyzy
activist
Leigh Iacobucci
director
Hil van der Wal
moderator