The Legend of Tomiris (2019) is an epic historical drama directed by Akan Satayev. The film tells the story of Tomiris, the legendary queen of the Massagetae, an ancient nomadic tribe from Central Asia, who is remembered for her leadership and military prowess in the 6th century BC. Tomiris (played by Almira Tursyn) rises to power after the brutal murder of her father by rival forces, vowing to unite her people and seek revenge.

As she grows into a powerful and fearless leader, Tomiris faces the greatest challenge of her life when the Persian Empire, led by King Cyrus the Great, threatens her kingdom. The film culminates in the historic battle between Tomiris’ forces and the Persian army, where her tactical genius and fierce warrior spirit are put to the test.