Russia, 2025 / 38 min Director: Vladimir Ponomarev 12+
In the southwest of the Republic of Buryatia, in the mountains of the Eastern Sayan, lies the ulus (village) with the interesting name of Myla. Life here is a constant struggle. Starting with the basic heating of homes, this struggle continues in every aspect of existence in this small ethnic Khamnigan ulus. How do creative pursuits, an inquisitive mind, and Darhan’s skillful hands help the entire ulus survive the extremely harsh conditions of Zakamna? What philosophy allows Dondok Dorzhievich to reconcile what at first glance seems incompatible — when a Darhan (blacksmith/shaman) crafts Buddhist ritual objects?