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Hundan - An Echo of a Dirge

Directed by Karamat Ali
Pakistan · Burushaski · Drama, Environment + Sustainability
Market Screening

Synopsis

Hundan – An Echo of a Dirge In the rugged mountains of northern Pakistan, an elderly shepherd gathers his grandchildren beneath the open sky and recounts an ancient Burushaski folklore that has echoed through generations. As his story unfolds, two young hunters set out in pursuit of a majestic markhor, unaware that their choices will alter lives forever. Through the haunting voices of the mountains, the tale reveals a timeless struggle between human ambition and the fragile balance of nature. Rooted in one of the world's oldest living oral traditions, Hundan – An Echo of a Dirge is the first feature film ever made in Burushaski, a UNESCO-recognised definitely endangered language. Blending breathtaking Himalayan landscapes with a deeply moving narrative, the film is a poignant meditation on memory, loss, and redemption. It celebrates Indigenous wisdom and reminds us that true survival depends not on conquering nature, but on living in harmony with it.

Programming note from tiff.net. Matched to TMDB on title and director.

Showtimes

Wed Sep 16
8:30 PM
Market
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