Question 1

How long did it take to film Ayka, even though the story spans only a week?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot over a seven-year period, though the action takes place within a single week.

Question 2

Which country submitted Ayka for the 91st Academy Awards?

Accepted Answer

Kazakhstan officially submitted Ayka for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 91st Academy Awards in 2019; it made the December shortlist but was not nominated.

Question 3

Who plays the title character Ayka?

Accepted Answer

Samal Yeslyamova portrays Ayka.

Question 4

At which major film festival did Ayka screen in 2018?

Accepted Answer

Ayka was part of the Cannes Film Festival in 2018.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in Ayka?

Accepted Answer

A young Kyrgyz immigrant struggles to survive in Moscow after abandoning her newborn and fleeing the hospital.

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