The Lake (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2020, The Lake is a drama film directed by Emil Atageldijev, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. "The Lake" tells the story of a girl named Jyldys who lives with her family in a village by the Issyk-Kul. Her life is hard. Her classmates tease her because she rarely speaks and often stays in her own world. The only solace she finds is in the company of a wise old man, Temirkul, who was once her father's teacher. Since Temirkul's own daughter drowned in the lake, he clings to the old legend about fish that embody the souls of those who have passed away. The lake is truly sacred to him. When his wife dies, he comes up with the idea of placing her body in the lake instead of burying her in the ground. Jyldys's father, on the other hand, is devoted to the old traditions and says his former teacher's ideas are madness. He believes the only way to help him is to pledge his own land to arrange a proper funeral for his late wife.
Who’s in it. The Lake stars Artyk Suyundukov, Bolot Tentimyshov and Malika Aidabosunova.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Lake has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lake tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lake (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lake worth watching?
- The Lake holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lake?
- The Lake stars Artyk Suyundukov, Bolot Tentimyshov and Malika Aidabosunova.
- When was The Lake released?
- The Lake was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.