Azerbaijanfilm facts for kids
Azerbaijanfilm (Azerbaijani: Azərbaycanfilm) is a movie studio in Azerbaijan. It is owned by the government. This studio mainly creates movies. They also make documentaries sometimes.
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The Story of Azerbaijanfilm
Azerbaijanfilm began a long time ago in 1920. It started as a small photo and cinema department. This department was part of the government in the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic.
Over the years, the studio changed its name many times. Some of its past names include "Azerbaijani Photo-Cinema Office" and "Baku Cinema Studio." Finally, in 1960, it became known as "Azerbaijanfilm." It was named after Jafar Jabbarly, a famous Azerbaijani writer.
Today, Azerbaijanfilm is part of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Azerbaijan. It continues to be an important place for making films in the country.
Famous Movies from Azerbaijanfilm
Azerbaijanfilm has made many popular movies over the years. These films tell different stories. They show the culture and history of Azerbaijan.
Movies from the Soviet Era
During the time of the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic, many films were made. Here are some well-known ones:
- 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
Movies from Modern Azerbaijan
After Azerbaijan became an independent country, the studio kept making movies. Here are some films from more recent times:
- 1991 The Engagement Ring
- 1998 Sari Gelin
- 2001 Yuxu
- 2004 National Bomb
- 2009 The 40th Door
- 2010 The Precinct
- 2011 Buta
- 2012 Amazing Azerbaijan (a documentary)
- 2012 Steppe Man
See also
In Spanish: Azerbaijanfilm para niños
