Kazakh Ultra-Violent Revenge Action Thriller Film ‘Steppenwolf’ Trailer

“Is there any need for good? It’s unnecessary.” Arrow Video is set to release this gripping action thriller from Kazakhstan on Blu-ray soon. Steppenwolf is the latest work from the talented Kazakh filmmaker Adilkhan Yerzhanov, who has previously captivated audiences with films like The Gentle Indifference of the World, A Dark Dark Man, Yellow Cat, and Goliath. This film made waves at various genre festivals last year, securing multiple accolades at the 2024 Brussels Fantastic Film Festival.

At its core, Steppenwolf tells the brutal tale of an unlikely duo who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals. The story follows Tamara, a mother desperately searching for her missing son in a violent town. She enlists the help of a morally ambiguous ex-cop detective, whose harsh methods are a reflection of the grim reality they face. Starring Anna Starchenko and Berik Aitzhanov, this film has been described as “sadistic, bleak, tedious, yet darkly humorous.” It’s certainly not for everyone, but it promises to be a captivating watch for those who appreciate intense narratives.

The Blu-ray release will also feature Yerzhanov’s 2022 film Goliath, making it available for the first time. Expect a film that is both brutally sadistic and surprisingly engaging.

Check out the official US trailer (+ posters) for Adilkhan Yerzhanov’s film Steppenwolf on YouTube:

Winner of the Golden Raven Grand Prix at the 2024 Brussels Fantastic Film Festival, Steppenwolf follows Tamara (Anna Starchenko), a woman haunted by trauma as she searches for her missing son, Timka, in a town rife with chaos and violence. In her quest, she partners with an amoral ex-police investigator (Berik Aitzhanov), whose often cruel methods complicate their mission. Together, they embark on a bloody journey, determined to find salvation at any cost. Steppenwolf, also known as Дала қасқыры or Dala Qasqiri in Kazakh, is crafted by the visionary Adilkhan Yerzhanov, who has an impressive portfolio including Rieltor, Constructors, The Owner, Nochnoy Bog, The Gentle Indifference of the World, A Dark Dark Man, Atbai’s Fight, Yellow Cat, Goliath, and Ademoka’s Education, as well as Kadet released this year. Produced by Olga Khlasheva, Aliya Mendygozhina, and Alexander Rodnyansky, this film premiered at the 2024 Rotterdam Film Festival. Arrow Video will launch Steppenwolf on VOD (via Apple TV) and Blu-ray starting on May 26th, 2025. Are you ready to dive into this intense cinematic experience?

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Persons

Adilkhan Yerzhanov, Anna Starchenko, Berik Aitzhanov

Company Names

Arrow Video

Titles

Steppenwolf, The Gentle Indifference of the World, A Dark Dark Man, Yellow Cat, Goliath, Rieltor, Constructors, The Owner, Nochnoy Bog, Atbai’s Fight, Ademoka’s Education, Kadet

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