At a conference dedicated to the history of the formation of Kyrgyz statehood, statesman and public figure Medetkan Sherimkulov emphasized the need to clarify historical facts and ensure their wide dissemination. In his view, this is critically important for the continuity of generations.
Cinema as an educational tool
Sherimkulov proposed using feature films to introduce citizens to key figures of the past. He supported the initiative to create a film about Jusup Abdrakhmanov and highlighted the need to release films about other historical figures.
In particular, he proposed making films about the figures whom President Sadyr Japarov named as the founders of Kyrgyz statehood two years ago. These names include:
- Imanaly Aidarbekov (chairman of the Kara-Kyrgyz Revolutionary Committee)
- Abdykadyr Orozbekov (statesman and public figure, the first head of state)
- Ishenaly Arabayev (educator and public figure)
- Abdykerim Sydykov
"We need to make films about historical figures, to tell about their life paths and works, especially among the youth. Then our history will not be broken"
In addition to the five key figures, Sherimkulov noted that dozens, hundreds, and thousands of people participated in the country's formation, whose achievements also deserve attention.
