Kazakh Theatre: Asanaly Ashimov's Legacy

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What was Asanaly Ashimov’s first film appearance?

  • Yenlik Kebek
  • First film in 1958 (correct)
  • Kyz-Zhibek
  • The Year of the Dragon

Which prominent theatre did Asanaly Ashimov join after graduating?

  • M.Auezov theatre troupe (correct)
  • Almaty Drama Theatre
  • National Theatre of Kazakhstan
  • Kazakh State Conservatory

In which international play did Asanaly Ashimov portray Julius Caesar?

  • Blood and Sweat
  • The Tempest
  • Before Sunset
  • Don Juan (correct)

What role did Asanaly Ashimov perform over 100 times?

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Which film directed by Ashimov’s father-in-law was he famous for?

<p>The End of Ataman (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year did Ashimov direct his first film?

<p>1984 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which role is NOT associated with Asanaly Ashimov's acting career?

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What genre of film is The End of Ataman classified as?

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Asanaly Ashimov's career

A prominent Kazakhstani theatre and film actor and director, known for roles in both media.

Asanaly Ashimov's early life

He grew up in a village and pursued acting, studying at the Kazakh State Conservatory in Almaty.

Ashimov's first film

He starred in a film while still a student at the conservatory in 1958.

Ashimov's theatre roles

Notable theatre roles included Kodar, Kebek and Yelamen.

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Ashimov's international roles

He also played prominent roles in international plays, such as Julius Caesar and Don Juan.

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Ashimov's dual career

He excelled in both film and theatre, unlike some actors.

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Early famous films

Kyz-Zhibek (1970) and The End of Ataman (1972) were early, notable films.

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Ashimov's directing career

He ventured into film direction, with his first film being The Year of the Dragon (1984).

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Study Notes

Asanaly Ashimov: Kazakh Theatre and Film Actor

  • Renowned Kazakh theatre and film actor, receiving numerous awards.
  • Rural upbringing, strong passion for acting, leading him to Kazakh State Conservatory in Almaty.
  • Featured in a film in 1958, during his studies.
  • Post-graduation joined M. Auezov theatre troupe in Almaty, excelling in Kazakh roles like Kodar (Kozy Korpesh), Kebek (Yenlik Kebek), and Yelamen (Blood and Sweat).
  • Also performed internationally, notably portraying Julius Caesar, the lead in Don Juan, and Dr. Clausen (over 100 times) in Before Sunset.
  • Versatility spanning both cinema and theatre.
  • Early film successes include Kyz-Zhibek (1970) and The End of Ataman (1972), a historical thriller.
  • The End of Ataman's director was the actor's father-in-law, who tragically passed away soon after the film's creation.
  • Transitioned into directing, starting with The Year of the Dragon in 1984, focusing more on directing than acting thereafter, also maintaining a theatre presence.

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