Amateur (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1987, Amateur is a drama, family and romance film directed by Aman Kamchibekov, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. After a serious conflict with the editor of a local newspaper, journalist Temir Ataev began working as a teacher at a boarding school for children of shepherds. The first difficulties did not frighten Temir. Captivated by his new work, Ataev was able to win over the children, who were mostly from disadvantaged families, and restore order in the teaching staff.
Who’s in it. Amateur stars Emil Boronchiyev, Nasira Mambetova, Almaz Kyrgyzbaev and Sovetbek Dzhumadylov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Amateur has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Amateur page.
If you liked it. Fans of Amateur tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Amateur (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Amateur change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Amateur worth watching?
- Amateur holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Amateur?
- Amateur stars Emil Boronchiyev, Nasira Mambetova, Almaz Kyrgyzbaev, Sovetbek Dzhumadylov and Choro Dumanayev.
- When was Amateur released?
- Amateur was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.