t’s remarkable that despite its rich history, stunning landscapes and beautiful peoples, very little is known about Central Asia outside the region. That’s a pity, because its ancient cities such as Samarkand and Bukhara have contributed so much to the world.

At Oxus Apertura Films we love Central Asia - that’s why we create films and photographs about this region. We want to share human stories that touch hearts and expand horizons.
We look forward to continuing to share our perspectives of the region with you, through films, photos and even music; and we look forward to hearing yours.

Oxus Apertura Films is Najeeb Mirza, Jimmy Bustos, Aradhana Mirza, Micheline Shoebridge, and many other project-specific contributors.

Filmography:

Buzkashi! (due 2010): feature length documentary film beginning production in September 2009.

The Sweetest Embrace: Return to Afghanistan (2008) 74 minutes: in Afghanistan

Falak, Song of the Soul (2005) 15 minutes: in Tajikistan

Herders’ Calling (2004) 24 minutes: in Kyrgyzstan

Details of each of these can be found in the “Films” section of the site.