Kyrgyz Horror Film Buzz: ComingSoon has an exclusive look at Burning, a new Kyrgyz horror movie premiering soon on IndiePix Unlimited. Inspired by Rashomon’s fractured storytelling, it follows a grieving family and multiple witnesses at a village shop, each retelling the same events differently. World Nomad Games Arts: Bishkek is gearing up for the VI World Nomad Games with cultural programming like “Köçmöndür sanatı” at Rukh-Ordo in Cholpon-Ata, plus Kyrgyz-Kazakh aitys finals: eight akyns were selected after the Aug. 10 qualifying round at the Manas theater. Chinese Cinema Days: Free screenings kick off Aug. 12 at Ala-Too cinema as part of “Light and Shadow of the Silk Road,” featuring Shenzhou-13 (shot in orbit in 8K) and other films, with Russian subtitles. Museum Rumor Check: Kyrgyzstan’s Culture Ministry denies claims that the National Historical Museum’s 4th and 5th floors were handed to China, saying the upcoming Chinese exhibition will use temporary spaces only. Music in the City: Ala-Too Square will host regular musical evenings every Friday and Saturday, with local performers taking the stage. Sports & Culture on the Move: Fortis FC secured a spot in the AFC Challenge League group stage, while Bektur Jenishbek Uulu heads to the USA for LFA 239 in Ventura.