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The Apple of My Eye

1976Movie1 h 30 min

Drama
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A slow-burning, moving drama movie about family and society.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs.

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Story

The death of their exceptional father shakes the Shatmanov family to its core, forcing them to reflect on the past and future. Erkin, who has built a life in Moscow, faces criticism from relatives who see him as having betrayed his roots. Yet his love and work keep him tied to the city. This film delves into the inner struggles of a modern man torn between duty and belonging.

Feels like

  • Tajik Family Drama
  • Generational Conflict
  • Social Values
  • Internal Struggles
  • Melancholic Atmosphere
  • Cultural Identity
  • Philosophical Depth
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Historical Setting

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Gennadiy Bazarov
Written by
Ashim Dzhakypbekov, Leonid Djadjuchenko
Produced by
Yuri Simonyan
Music by
Kaly Moldobasanov

Everyone

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Facts

January 1, 1976 · 1 h 30 min · Drama

Released
January 1, 1976
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
Russian
Also spoken
Kyrgyz
Made in
Russia
Available in
79 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Apple of My Eye?"

Questions about The Apple of My Eye

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Where can I stream The Apple of My Eye?

Howdy

In the United States, The Apple of My Eye streams on Howdy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. It also streams in 6 other countries.

Is The Apple of My Eye okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Apple of My Eye plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Apple of My Eye in English?

RussianKyrgyz

No, it was made in Russian, with some Kyrgyz.