BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 9. The online
platform KinoBox was officially presented, as part of the OIC
Cultural Festival – Baku Creative Week 2025, Trend reports.
The platform was introduced as an innovative tool designed to
consolidate Azerbaijani films spanning various eras, thus creating
a cohesive online space for viewing. The event brought together
prominent actors, directors, and key figures from the national
cinema community.
During the presentation, Elvin Abdulla, the project's author,
director, and producer, explained that KinoBox was conceived to
make Azerbaijani cinema easily accessible to a wide audience, both
domestically and internationally. Attendees were given a
comprehensive demonstration of the platform’s interface, key
sections, and distinctive features.
KinoBox boasts a diverse array of films, ranging from the
timeless classics of Azerbaijani cinema to contemporary releases
and independent works. The project team emphasized that the
platform is not only a streaming service but also an essential
cultural archive, safeguarding the heritage of national cinema.
Speakers highlighted several notable advantages of the platform:
a user-friendly search system, high-definition streaming
capabilities, a flexible content-access model, and the potential
for integration with global digital platforms. It was also noted
that the project was made possible through the support of various
institutions dedicated to advancing the country’s creative
industries.
Throughout the event, select excerpts from films already
available on KinoBox were showcased, offering attendees a practical
demonstration of how the platform operates. The audience responded
enthusiastically, particularly appreciating the platform’s
potential in elevating Azerbaijani cinema on the global stage.
Those who played a pivotal role in the implementation of the
project, as well as distinguished figures from the national cinema
community, were honored with honorary diplomas. The event was
gracefully hosted by actor Azer Aydemir.
