List of Azerbaijani movies of the 1930s facts for kids

Welcome to the exciting world of early films made in the Azerbaijan SSR during the 1930s! This was a special time when movies were just starting to become popular. Azerbaijan was part of the Soviet Union back then, and filmmakers were busy creating all sorts of movies to show life, educate people, and entertain them.

Films: 1918-1990 see also List of Soviet films

Filmmaking Begins in Azerbaijan

In the 1930s, movies were a powerful new way to tell stories and share information. In Azerbaijan, filmmakers started making many different kinds of films. These movies often showed important events, celebrated achievements, or taught people new things.

The Early 1930s: A Time of New Ideas

The very beginning of the 1930s saw many short films being made. These often focused on daily life, work, and new projects happening in the country. For example, some films showed how oil was being drilled, or how new farming methods were being used.

Films of 1930

In 1930, many films were made about important events and industries. Some focused on the oil industry, like Azneft'in Onilliyi (which means "The Tenth Anniversary of Azneft," an oil company). Others celebrated groups like trade unions or the police force. These films helped people see the progress being made in their country.

Films of 1931

The year 1931 continued with more films about everyday life and important topics. Movies like Bizim Əkinimiz ("Our Planting") might have shown farming, while Dənizdə Neft Yanğını ("Oil Fire at Sea") likely showed challenges in the oil industry. There were also films about health, like Gözlərinizi Qoruyun ("Protect Your Eyes"), and even sports, like Velosiped Yürüşü ("Bicycle Race").

Films of 1932

In 1932, a notable film was İyirmi Altı Komissar ("Twenty-Six Commissars"). This film was likely about a historical event involving 26 leaders. Other films continued to show work in the oil fields, like Neft Zərbəçiləri ("Oil Strikers"), and agricultural topics, such as Silos Yemi ("Silo Feed").

Films of 1933

This year brought some interesting new types of films. For example, Cat (1933 film) was a cartoon! This shows that filmmakers were starting to explore different genres. Other films continued to document life, like Köçərilər ("Nomads"), which might have shown traditional ways of life, and Neft Simfoniyası ("Oil Symphony"), perhaps a more artistic look at the oil industry.

Mid-1930s: Expanding Topics

As the decade went on, the types of films made became even more varied. Filmmakers started to tell more stories and explore different aspects of Azerbaijani culture and society.

Films of 1934

In 1934, films celebrated sports events, like I Azərbaycan Spartakiadası ("First Azerbaijan Spartakiad"), which was a big sports festival. There were also films about art, like Azərbaycan İncəsənəti ("Azerbaijani Art"), and even nature, such as Quş Qoruğu ("Bird Sanctuary"). These films helped show the beauty and achievements of Azerbaijan.

Films of 1935

The year 1935 saw films about important anniversaries, like Azərbaycan SSR-nin 15 İlliyi ("15th Anniversary of Azerbaijan SSR"). Some films focused on daily life and even special events like Cəfər Cabbarlının Dəfni ("Funeral of Jafar Jabbarli"), honoring a famous writer. There was also a film called Rəqs Edən Bağalar ("Dancing Frogs"), which sounds like it could have been another fun, perhaps animated, short film!

Films of 1936

In 1936, films continued to highlight progress and important figures. Almaz (film) was a notable film from this year. Other films showed visits from important leaders, like Klim Voroşilov Bakıda ("Klim Voroshilov in Baku"), or focused on safety in workplaces, such as Qazma İşlərində Təhlükəsizlik ("Safety in Drilling Operations").

Late 1930s: More Variety and Documentation

Towards the end of the decade, filmmaking became even more established. More films were made, covering a wider range of subjects, from sports to culture and important social issues.

Films of 1937

Many films were made in 1937, showing a great variety of topics. There were films about animals, like Azərbaycan Atları ("Azerbaijani Horses"), and sports, such as Bədən Tərbiyəsi və İdman ("Physical Education and Sports") and Motosiklet Yarışı ("Motorcycle Race"). Films also documented important meetings and festivals, like Xalq Yaradıcılığı Festivalı ("Folk Art Festival").

Films of 1938

In 1938, films continued to celebrate Azerbaijani culture and achievements. Azərbaycan Aşıqları ("Azerbaijani Ashugs") likely showcased traditional folk singers and poets. Films also highlighted agriculture, like Azərbaycan Kənd Təsərrüfatı Sərgisində ("At the Azerbaijan Agricultural Exhibition"), and important events, such as Bakı Oktyabrı Bayram edir ("Baku Celebrates October").

Films of 1939

The final year of the decade, 1939, saw films about important historical figures, like Böyük Maarifçi-Yazıçı M. F. Axundov ("Great Educator-Writer M. F. Akhundov"). There were also films about national holidays, like Əmək Bayramı-1 May ("Labor Day - May 1st"), and films about important infrastructure, such as Stalin Adına Samur-Dəvəçi Kanalı ("Samur-Davachi Canal named after Stalin"). These films helped record history and share important messages with the people.