On 2 August – Azerbaijani Cinema Day - an open-air national
cinema screening was held for the first time in the Dashkesan
region. The event was jointly organized by AzerGold CJSC and Baku
Media Center, with the support of the Dashkesan District Executive
Authority.
As part of the event, the feature film "Taghiyev: Oil", produced
by Baku Media Center, was screened. The event attracted significant
public interest, offering residents the opportunity to watch one of
the most acclaimed and technically advanced productions of
contemporary Azerbaijani cinema.
Produced in the historical biographical drama genre, "Taghiyev:
Oil" is the first installment of a four-part film series dedicated
to the life and legacy of the renowned philanthropist and
entrepreneur Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev. The film's general producer
is Arzu Aliyeva, while Zaur Gasimli served as director. The film
artistically portrays Taghiyev's contribution to the oil industry,
his entrepreneurial journey, and his enduring role in Azerbaijan's
national development.
It is worth noting that "Taghiyev: Oil" has been selected as
Azerbaijan's official submission for the 98th Academy Awards in the
Best International Feature Film category.
The screening took place in a specially constructed open-air
cinema at the Youth Training and Recreation Center in Khoshbulag
village, Dashkesan district, where more than 600 residents and
guests gathered to watch the film. The audience welcomed the
screening with great enthusiasm.
Initiatives such as this, which promote Azerbaijan's rich
cinematic heritage and bring nationally acclaimed films to
audiences in the regions, make a valuable contribution to enriching
the cultural life of the communities where AzerGold CJSC operates.
They also help preserve and promote national and cultural values,
encourage wider public engagement in cultural activities, and
provide residents across the country with greater access to
contemporary Azerbaijani cinema, fostering social cohesion and
cultural appreciation.
