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Burushaski’s First Feature Film Premieres in Islamabad to Strong Praise

The production foregrounds an endangered language through indigenous storytelling infused with environmental themes.

Overview

  • The exclusive weekend screening at Islamabad Club drew filmmakers, cultural advocates, environmentalists and filmgoers, according to event coverage and a press release.
  • Producer Karamat Ali positioned the film as a local narrative with universal relevance to climate responsibility and conservation.
  • Set across Gilgit-Baltistan, the story draws on Burusho myths, traditions and oral heritage to anchor its themes.
  • The film’s aesthetic emphasizes minimal dialogue, poetic cinematography and haunting sound design to create a meditative experience.
  • Reports highlighted UNESCO’s designation of Burushaski as endangered and framed the premiere as a milestone for linguistic inclusion, with no broader release plans detailed.