The Blacksmith's Banner

Set in a mythical realm, The Blacksmith's Banner tells the story of Zahhak, a cunning ruler of the Kingdom of Snakes. With two snakes growing from his shoulders that feed on human brains, Zahhak conquers neighboring states and establishes a dark cult centered on the Snake Goddess. The film explores themes of power and sacrifice, as a dancer performs a ritual that seals the fate of her chosen victim each day.

The film features performances by Mukhamejan Kasymov, Makhmud Takhiri, Gurmindzh Zavkibekov, N. Rakhmatova, Abdulkhair Kasymov, and Marat Aripov. Collectors interested in unique narratives and fantasy elements will find this film significant, as it presents a piece of Tajik cinema history that draws from a renowned literary source.