Abdel Fiftybayev, born Abdel Yelyubayev, is an independent filmmaker with a passion for crafting powerful and thought-provoking stories. Born in Almaty, Kazakhstan in 1985, Abdel grew up with a deep appreciation for the arts and a desire to tell stories that would resonate with audiences around the world.

After completing his high school education, Abdel moved to the United States, where he spent five years immersing himself in American culture and exploring the diverse landscape of independent cinema. During this time, he honed his skills as a filmmaker, experimenting with different styles and techniques while developing his unique voice as a storyteller.

In 2015, Abdel returned to Kazakhstan and enrolled in the Kazakh Ablai Khan University of International Relations and World Languages, where he earned a degree in Culturology. Armed with a deep understanding of culture and society, as well as a strong foundation in film theory and technique, Abdel set out to create a body of work that would challenge and inspire audiences.

Over the years, Abdel has written, directed, edited, and produced a number of acclaimed films, ranging from documentaries to short films to feature-length dramas. His work has been praised for its raw emotion, gripping storytelling, and uncompromising commitment to social justice.

Filmography:

Interests

• traveling
• cinema
• directing
• filmmakeing

Countries I’ve Visited

Armenia, Belarus, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Kyrgyzstan, Netherlands, Poland, Russian Federation, United Arab Emirates, United States