Azerbaijanfilm facts for kids

Main entrance to Azerbaijanfilm studio

Azerbaijanfilm is a movie studio in Azerbaijan. It is owned by the government and makes films and animated movies. You can find it in Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan.

The Story of Azerbaijanfilm

Azerbaijanfilm started a long time ago in 1920. It began as a small department for photos and movies. In 1923, its name changed to "Azerbaijani Photo-Cinema Office."

Over the years, the studio had many different names. Some of these names included "Azdovletkino" and "Baku Cinema Studio." Finally, in 1960, it got its current name, "Azerbaijanfilm." The studio is named after Jafar Jabbarly, a famous Azerbaijani writer.

Today, Azerbaijanfilm is part of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Azerbaijan. It continues to create many exciting films for people to enjoy.

Famous Films from Azerbaijanfilm

Azerbaijanfilm has produced many important movies throughout its history. These films tell stories from different times and about various topics. Here are some of the well-known movies made by the studio.

Films from the Azerbaijan SSR Era

During the time when Azerbaijan was part of the Soviet Union (Azerbaijan SSR), many classic films were made. These movies often showed daily life and important events.

• 1931 Qaz
• 1933 Lökbatan
• 1945 The Cloth Peddler
• 1956 O Olmasin, Bu Olsun
• 1961 Balıqçılar
• 1963 Kür
• 1964 İçəri Şəhər
• 1964 Ulduz
• 1965 Mingəçevir
• 1970 Sevil
• 1977 Birthday
• 1979 Babek
• 1988 The Scoundrel
• 1989 Anecdote

Films from Modern Azerbaijan

After Azerbaijan became an independent country, the studio continued to make new and exciting films. These movies often explore modern themes and stories.

• 1991 The Engagement Ring
• 1998 Sari Gelin
• 2001 The Dream
• 2004 National Bomb
• 2009 The 40th Door
• 2010 The Precinct
• 2011 Buta
• 2012 Amazing Azerbaijan (a documentary film)
• 2012 Steppe Man
• 2014 Nabat

See also

In Spanish: Azerbaijanfilm para niños

• Azerbaijani animation
• Cinema of Azerbaijan
• List of Azerbaijani films

External links

• Official website: http://www.azerbaijanfilm.az
• Azeri films
• Azerbaijani film at the Internet Movie Database
• Azerbaycan Kinosu