International Activities of KARSAK XXI CENTURY in the Film Industry

Building Strategic Partnerships in Hollywood

  • Established a long-standing and productive collaboration with Kazakhfilm since 2005, leveraging Canadian residency to facilitate connections between the two film industries.
  • Enriched Kazakh film festivals by securing the participation of renowned Hollywood actors such as Steven Seagal, Kevin Costner, Hilary Swank, Mike Tyson, and Lane Davies (Mason from "Santa Barbara") throughout various years.
  • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with prominent Hollywood figures like Kevin Costner and Jean-Claude Van Damme, fostering ongoing collaboration on film project development.
  • Brought Hollywood glamour to Kazakhstan by organizing Kevin Costner's "Modern West" concert.
  • Demonstrated expertise in international film production by serving as general producer for the US film "Mannequin" in March 2024.
partner17 partner1 partner2 partner3 partner4 partner5 partner6 partner7 partner8 partner9 partner10 partner11 partner12 partner13 partner14 partner15 partner16 partner18 partner19 partner20

Advocating for Kazakhstan's Film Industry on the Global Stage

  • Played a key role in advocating for the creation of a Film Commission in Kazakhstan by developing a comprehensive proposal for the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) in Los Angeles.
  • Earned recognition from industry peers with a proposal to a nomination for the AFCI Board of Directors.
  • Proactively addressed the need for international amendments to Kazakhstan's cinema law by initiating a meeting with the Chairman of the Culture Committee at the Ministry of Culture (November 8, 2023).
  • Positioned as a valuable resource for upcoming parliamentary discussions on the cinema law by offering extensive knowledge of Film Commissions and rebate programs.
stage3 stage4 stage1 stage2

Expanding International Reach

  • Transcended geographical borders by expanding the reach of the "Washington DC Fashion Week" through the successful inclusion of international fashion designers.
    • des1 des2 des3 des4

  • Launched the annual "Eurasian Film Festival" in London (2018) in collaboration with Romford City Council, showcasing Kazakh cinema on a global platform.
    • global1 global2 global3 global4 global5 global6 global7 global13 global14 global15 global16 global8 global9 global10 global11 global12

  • Leveraged reputation for promoting Kazakhstan's captivating film locations to secure a speaking opportunity and display advertising posters at the prestigious "Focus 2023" event (courtesy of Director Clara Lee).
    • make1 make2 make3 make4 make5 make6 make7 make8 make9 make10 make11 make12 make13 make14 make15 make16 make17 make18 make19 make20

Facilitating Kazakh-Turkish Cinematic Exchange

  • Established a strong presence in Kazakh-Turkish cinematic exchange by serving as director of "Turkish Global Media Distribution QazaQstan" since 2016.

  • Expanded the reach of Turkish cinema in Kazakhstan by overseeing the successful dubbing and distribution of prominent films like "AYLA" and "Second Chance" featuring Osdzhan Deniz.
  • Built strong working relationships with prominent Turkish distributors such as Avsar and BKM, solidifying a network for future collaborations.
    • turkish1 turkish3 turkish4 turkish2

  • Contributed to the international influence of Turkic cinema by assuming the role of advisor to the Secretary General of TURKSOY (Turkish world UNESCO) on international cinema affairs since April 2023.
    • unesco1 unesco2 unesco3 unesco4 unesco5 unesco6 unesco7 unesco8

UN Involvement and Domestic Achievements

  • Contributed international relations expertise by serving as an advisor to the Chairman of the Board of "EXPO 2017."
  • Championed sustainability efforts on a global scale by developing a Memorandum with the Sustainable Energy for All Initiative (SE4ALL) in 2015.
    • un1 un2

  • Diversified filmography by producing a compelling range of feature and documentary films, alongside a captivating television series within Kazakhstan.
    • unl2 unl1 unl3 unl4

  • Partnered with the esteemed writer Olzhas Suleimenov to spearhead the digitization of classic Kazakh films, ensuring their preservation for future generations.
  • Presented a comprehensive vision for developing Kazakhstan's international cinema presence to the acclaimed Olzhas Suleimenov, receiving his written approval. This collaborative effort paves the way for Kazakhstan's films to gain a wider audience on the global stage.
    • last1 last2 last3