EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 6 MIN
Vistula Movie Club: From Acting Nominee to Director - Aruzhan’s Artistic Leap
from VISTULA PODCAST · host Uczelnia Vistula
In this special Vistula Film Festival Edition of the podcast, host Olaf sits down with Aruzhan Akhmurzina, a versatile student filmmaker who has taken on nearly every role on set. After a successful run as a supporting actress, Aruzhan shares her experiences stepping behind the lens for this year’s festival.In this episode, we explore:The Ultimate Multi-Tasker: Aruzhan discusses her intense responsibility at this year's festival, where she served as writer, director, and director of photography for her film.A Personal Tribute: Discover the heart-warming and emotional inspiration behind her movie, I’m No Director, which is based on a story told to her by her grandfather.From the 24-Hour Challenge to the Big Screen: A look back at her previous work as an actress in Just a Wave - a role that earned her a festival nomination - and how it gave her the confidence to direct her own project.Collaborating with Friends: Why Aruzhan chose to work exclusively with friends this year and how their close bonds and honest advice improved her creative vision.Overcoming Stage Fright: Aruzhan candidly shares her feelings about seeing herself on the big screen and how she has moved from "blushing and hiding" to feeling a sense of immense pride.Join us for the screening! Don’t miss Aruzhan’s film, I’m No Director, premiering on May 29th at 2:00 PM in Aula 4 during the Vistula Film Festival.
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In this special Vistula Film Festival Edition of the podcast, host Olaf sits down with Aruzhan Akhmurzina, a versatile student filmmaker who has taken on nearly every role on set. After a successful run as a supporting actress, Aruzhan shares her experiences stepping behind the lens for this year’s festival.In this episode, we explore:The Ultimate Multi-Tasker: Aruzhan discusses her intense responsibility at this year's festival, where she served as writer, director, and director of photography for her film.A Personal Tribute: Discover the heart-warming and emotional inspiration behind her movie, I’m No Director, which is based on a story told to her by her grandfather.From the 24-Hour Challenge to the Big Screen: A look back at her previous work as an actress in Just a Wave - a role that earned her a festival nomination - and how it gave her the confidence to direct her own project.Collaborating with Friends: Why Aruzhan chose to work exclusively with friends this year and how their close bonds and honest advice improved her creative vision.Overcoming Stage Fright: Aruzhan candidly shares her feelings about seeing herself on the big screen and how she has moved from "blushing and hiding" to feeling a sense of immense pride.Join us for the screening! Don’t miss Aruzhan’s film, I’m No Director, premiering on May 29th at 2:00 PM in Aula 4 during the Vistula Film Festival.
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