The debut feature film 'No Good In Sight: A Story' by Kazakh director Alibi Mukushev has been included in the program of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The world premiere will take place on June 16, 2026, in Shanghai. Work on the film began in 2023. The screenwriter and director is Alibi Mukushev, a lecturer at the Kazakh National University of Arts named after K. Baiseitova. About 70 students of the university participated in the filming.
The film is dedicated to the theme of father-child relationships. Through the story of a son and father, the author explores the influence of family ties, memory, and past events on a person's life — loneliness, loss, feelings of guilt and responsibility, and the search for inner reconciliation.
The Shanghai International Film Festival has been held since 1993 and is the first international film festival in China accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations in the 'A' category.
'No Good In Sight: A Story' is a deep drama that explores the inner world of a person, their connection with the past and family. Director Alibi Mukushev aims to show the audience the complex bond between father and son, the continuity of generations, and the importance of forgiveness.
The Shanghai Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in Asia. Being selected for its program is a great achievement for Kazakh cinema. The world premiere of the film will take place on June 16, after which it may be shown at other international film festivals.
This project, created by students and teachers of the Kazakh National University of Arts, is a great success for young filmmakers. The film's selection for the Shanghai Festival opens the way for the recognition of Kazakh cinema at the international level.