The documentary Away from the Grasslands focuses on the Mongolian band Hanggai. It follows the band as they record a new album, combining studio recordings, interviews with the band members and producer, and live concert footage. Hanggai blends traditional Mongolian folk music with modern styles in a unique way, and also sings exclusively in Mongolian. The film captures the spirit and culture of Hanggai's music through close-up shots of their performances and landscapes of the Mongolian grasslands.