The Needle

In this gritty drama set in Alma-Ata, the protagonist Moro finds himself back in his hometown with one clear goal: collecting the money he's owed. However, when a series of unforeseen delays force him to wait longer than anticipated, he uses the time to revisit old haunts and reconnect with his past. It is here that he encounters Dina, his former flame, now ravaged by morphine addiction. This revelation sparks a newfound determination within Moro - not only will he help Dina break free from her destructive habit, but he'll also take on the ruthless local drug mafia responsible for her plight. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Moro's quest for repayment and redemption intertwines with a darker battle against the corrupt underworld threatening the lives of those closest to him.