International focus on Kazakhstan in ongoing series of events
A Kazakhstan-set international mystery-science fiction series, titled "Mission 'Infinity'," has been filmed in various locations across the country, including Almaty, Baikonur, and the Almaty region, Kyzylorda, and Kapchagay. The plot revolves around the finding of an American astronaut's body on the rooftop of an abandoned building in Kazakhstan, at a time when he was supposed to be aboard the International Space Station. The series follows French astronaut Anna Zara and Kazakh detective Isaac Turgun as they attempt to solve this perplexing incident.
The six-episode series features an ensemble cast, including Daniar Alshinov, Samal Yeslyamova, Erken Gumabaev, Celine Sallette, Vlad Ivanov, Lauren Capelluto, Lex Shrapnel, Elora Torchia, Karina Arutyunyan, Anatoly Panchenko, and Jarrett J. Merz. The narrative encompasses elements of mystery, science fiction, detective drama, and human drama.
"Mission 'Infinity'" stands out as one of the few international projects that feature Kazakhstan as a primary platform and narrative focus. It represents a significant step forward in integrating Kazakhstan into global cinema. The series was presented at the Canneseries festival, where it garnered critical acclaim and international attention.
It has won the Best Sound Design in a Television Program award (2022) and been nominated for the EMMY Awards (2023) in the Best Television Film/Miniseries category, as well as the Genie Awards (2023) for Best Visual Effects - TV Fiction. The series is available on MEGOGO via subscription.
MEGOGO is an international streaming service that actively develops Kazakh content, offers Kazakh dubbing, and supports local cultural initiatives.
No available sources mention "Mission 'Infinity'" specifically as a Kazakh or international collaboration or state its impact on Kazakhstan's global cinema presence. However, it is clear that the series presents an intriguing plot and accomplished cast, with filming locations that beautifully showcase Kazakhstan's landscapes.
I, being a keen fan of movies-and-tv entertainment, have recently discovered the captivating international mystery-science fiction series, "Mission 'Infinity'." This series, available on MEGOGO, presents an intriguing plot and a stellar cast, and it stands out as one of the few international projects that feature Kazakhstan as a primary platform and narrative focus, thereby significantly expanding Kazakhstan's presence in global cinema.
