The circus has a long tradition in Uzbekistan and it has always been one of the main attractions on the legendary Silk Road from China to Europe. Even today, these nomadic circuses (which are often family enterprises) look like the circuses that existed in the time of Genghis Khan.This visually impressive film tells the story of old friends Achat andTursun Ali. Both learned the circus art from the same teacher in southern Uzbekistan and both established their own circus. Achat, who has spent several years behind bars for his anti-regime activities, continues to fight for the rights of those who are unjustly persecuted. His friend,Tursun, however, is only interested in his circus.