Lady of the Gobi
On Mongolia’s coal highway to the Chinese border, truck driver Maikhuu dreams of a better life and financial security for her three children. However, the road from the mines to China is riddled with accidents, toxic pollution, poor hygiene and now, amid the Covid crisis, drivers face days of quarantine on the border. Trapped in a hazardous industry, Maikhuu's journey reflects the human and environmental costs of Mongolia’s mining boom.
Cast: Maikhuu Sengee
Lady of the Gobi
On Mongolia’s coal highway to the Chinese border, truck driver Maikhuu dreams of a better life and financial security for her three children. However, the road from the mines to China is riddled with accidents, toxic pollution, poor hygiene and now, amid the Covid crisis, drivers face days of quarantine on the border. Trapped in a hazardous industry, Maikhuu's journey reflects the human and environmental costs of Mongolia’s mining boom.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig
- Cast
- Maikhuu Sengee
- Studio
- The Guardian, NHK Global Media Services, NHK
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
Mongolian
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Cast
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