{"id":2598,"date":"2026-05-18T01:34:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T01:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/?p=2598"},"modified":"2026-08-07T01:57:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T01:57:21","slug":"uzbek-feature-film-omonatim-premieres-in-seattle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/?p=2598","title":{"rendered":"Uzbek Feature Film \u201cOmonatim\u201d Premieres in Seattle"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Uzbek feature film \u201cOmonatim\u201d premiered in Seattle, bringing together members of the local community and Uzbek compatriots residing in the United States.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The screening was attended by members of the Seattle\u2013Tashkent Sister City Association, representatives of the Uzbek community, local residents, and guests interested in Uzbekistan\u2019s culture and cinema.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u201cOmonatim\u201d made a strong impression on the audience through its compelling portrayal of Uzbek family values, national traditions, and the warmth and sincerity of family relationships. Scenes featuring Uzbekistan\u2019s historical monuments, distinctive landscapes, and national spirit generated particular interest among American guests.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n\t\t\t<style type='text\/css'>\n\t\t\t\t#gallery-1 {\n\t\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\twidth: 50%;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t#gallery-1 img {\n\t\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='dt-gallery-container gallery galleryid-2598 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"rollover rollover-zoom dt-pswp-item\" title=\"IMG_5560\" data-dt-img-description=\"\" data-large_image_width=\"2560\" data-large_image_height=\"1440\"href='https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-scaled.jpeg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-1024x576.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5560-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"rollover rollover-zoom dt-pswp-item\" title=\"IMG_5524\" data-dt-img-description=\"\" data-large_image_width=\"2560\" data-large_image_height=\"1440\"href='https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-scaled.jpeg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-1024x576.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/uzconsulwa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_5524-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">During the event, the film\u2019s director, Abbos Abdullayev, spoke about the reforms being implemented in Uzbekistan\u2019s film industry, the growing opportunities available to young filmmakers, and ongoing efforts to promote Uzbek cinema internationally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The director also shared the story behind the creation of \u201cOmonatim,\u201d describing its creative process and central message. Following the screening, an open discussion was held with members of the film\u2019s creative team. The audience had an opportunity to ask questions about the film\u2019s storyline, characters, and production process.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Participants commended the efforts of the Consulate General of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the State of Washington to strengthen engagement with compatriots, promote Uzbekistan\u2019s national culture, and organize cultural events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">American viewers noted that the film had enabled them to learn more about Uzbekistan\u2019s culture, history, and tourism potential. Several attendees also expressed an interest in visiting Uzbekistan in the future.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Seattle premiere of \u201cOmonatim\u201d served as an important cultural event that introduced Uzbek cinema to American audiences, promoted national values, and contributed to strengthening cultural ties between peoples.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Uzbek feature film \u201cOmonatim\u201d premiered in Seattle, bringing together members of the local community and Uzbek compatriots residing in the United States. 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