Doc "The Eagle Huntress" Soars as an Inspiring Biopic of A Mangolian Teen

The majestic documentary of a 13 yr old Mangolian girl, Aisholpan, is both inspiring & groundbreaking. Director Otto Bell's light touch gives us an unobtrusive view of a remarkable young woman, Aisholplan and & her family.  The film is a stunningingly beautiful look at their nomadic lives in the mountainous Mongolia outskirts.  Aisholpan is the 1st female ever trained as an eagle hunter. It's a courageous & highly skilled undertaking which up until now had been delegated to men. This arduous, dangerous & noble task has been handed down from father to son, from generation to generation.  However, in this remote region of the world, change in attitudes and opportunities for women are expanding.  I formed a fondness for this soft hearted girl with a strong will; willing & able to do whatever it takes to succeed.  She is helped in her quest by her loving father, her biggest ally & mentor.  Their bond is endearing & unbreakable.  He's admirable & heroic as her proponent.  There are many skeptics among the older men opposed to women becoming eagle hunters.  Those opposed have strong dictates for roles assigned to men & women.  Nonetheless, she is permitted to perform in the highly esteemed eagle hunting competition.  It's no buzzard kill knowing she wins.  Full eagle hunter status is only bestowed after capturing prey.  Despite being a longtime animal advocate, I applauded Aisholpan successful hunt.  The respect & teamwork between Aisholpan and her animals is incredible. Every frame of this gorgeous film grants a look into the fascinating, harsh & happy lifestyles in this remote region.  Bell's enthralling doc. presents the exciting process of capturing an eaglet & the necessary training.  A sense of tradition & a respect for nature is felt throughout.  "The Eagle Huntress" shows the rigorous demands upon Aisholpan and her family.  It also presents the pride, thrill, love and respect Aisholpan experienced & inspired in others.