This project was developed jointly by journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan — Munara Borombaeva from Bishkek and Madina Ashilova from Almaty.
According to the creators, the film is based on journalistic research that addresses one of the most pressing issues in Central Asia — the rapid melting of glaciers and its consequences for millions of people in the region.
The film focuses not only on scientific facts but also on human stories:
• scientific voices — glaciologists who have been conducting long-term observations and documenting the accelerated melting of glaciers;
• voices of defenders — emergency response workers who are working daily to reduce the risk of mudslides for large settlements;
• voices of the affected — residents of Almaty who experienced a devastating mudslide in 2015, as well as climate migrants from Kyrgyzstan who were forced to leave their homes due to drought;
• opinions of experts and activists — leading ecologists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan analyzing the causes of changes, debunking myths, and proposing ways for adaptation and cooperation in the region.
The film illustrates how this transboundary environmental issue affects water and food security, social stability, gender equality, and people's right to a favorable environment.
The premiere of the film was not only a cultural event but also a platform for discussion. The organizers aim to draw the attention of international organizations, representatives of the diplomatic corps, and civil society to the climate challenges in the region and the necessity of uniting efforts in accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Munara Borombaeva, the film's author, emphasized:
“We wanted to convey that the melting of glaciers is not an abstract threat of the future, but a reality that our peoples are facing right now. The film shows the connection between the reduction of glaciers, climate migration, emergencies, and droughts. We discuss not only the problems but also possible solutions and mechanisms for adapting to climate change.”
The project was implemented in 2025 with the support of the European Union as part of the initiative "Enhancing Audience Resilience through Authentic Stories" (CARAVAN), carried out by the organization Internews.
