BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 16. The presentation of
the documentary film “Horse Power” was held at the Nizami Cinema
Center on April 16, Trend reports.
The event was attended by Anar Alakbarov, Executive Director of
the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, Culture Minister Adil Karimli, and
other officials, as well as cultural and arts figures.
Visitors first viewed an exhibition of “Horse Power”-themed
paintings by students of the Azerbaijan State Academy of Fine
Arts.
The film was subsequently screened.
It tells the story of some of the world’s most distinguished
horses, their exceptional strength, and their unique relationship
with humans. The project is a joint production of the renowned
companies Plimsoll Productions and Eos Films, both of which
specialize in wildlife content and distribute films in over 70
countries.
The film was shot in the United States, Azerbaijan, the United
Kingdom, China, Qatar, and the Netherlands. The scenes filmed in
Azerbaijan were produced on the initiative of the Heydar Aliyev
Foundation and with the support of the Equestrian Federation of the
Republic of Azerbaijan (ARAF). The film also features the Karabakh
horses, a national heritage breed of Azerbaijan, among other
renowned horse breeds.
The film is regarded as one of the most ambitious documentaries
on horses ever created by the makers of projects such as “Blue
Planet II” and “Planet Earth II.”
With 2026 marking the “Year of the Horse” in the Lunar calendar,
the film’s worldwide screenings have been dedicated to the theme.
The audience is expected to surpass 300 million in 100 countries
through TV broadcasts, online platforms, cinema showings, and
museum presentations.
A professional team with international experience was involved
in the production of the film. The project’s advisors include
leading experts in science and culture, among them renowned British
landscape photographer and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society
Henry Dallal.
Director Mark Brownlow is known for “Planet Earth II” and “Eden:
Untamed Planet.” He has also won multiple awards for producing and
directing documentaries such as “Blue Planet II,” “Tiny Giants 3D,”
and “Oceans: Our Blue Planet 3D.”
The film’s producer, Sun Shuyun, is a recognized and highly
active expert in international cooperation.
Second director Rob Sullivan is an experienced producer and
director of documentary series, distinguished by his ability to
present local narratives and access unique filming locations.
Narration is provided by Oscar-nominated actor Josh Brolin, with
music by Emmy-winning composer Barnaby Taylor.
