First Yakutian Animation Hits Major Russian Streaming Platform
A groundbreaking moment in Russian streaming history has occurred with the release of the first Yakutian animation on a major platform. 'Byk kholoda', an animated film about a boy named Ayala and his encounter with a legendary creature, is now available on 'Okko'. This marks a significant step for Yakutian cinema, as previous films have gained international recognition at festivals like imagine NATIVE in Toronto.
The film, produced by the Yakutian animation studio 'Tundra', tells the story of Ayala's dream to create ice sculptures and his meeting with the mythical 'Byk kholoda'. 'Tundra', known for its unique blend of Yakutian folklore and modern animation techniques, has expressed joy over the release of 'Byk kholoda'. The studio, led by creative minds like Egor Markov, has previously won awards for its work, including the 'Indigenous Language Production Award' for 'Tymnyy Ogohua' (Byk kholoda).
The release of 'Byk kholoda' on 'Okko' is a significant milestone for Yakutian animation, bringing this unique cultural perspective to a wider audience. The film's success is expected to further boost the profile of Yakutian cinema and its talented creators, such as those at 'Tundra' studio.
