Taghiyev: Oil - Azerbaijan's Oscar Contender
Update: 2025-12-14
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Taghiyev: Oil, a new film from Azerbaijan, is gaining attention as the countrys Oscar submission. Directed by Zaur Gasimli, the biopic tells the story of H.Z. Taghiyev, a revered philanthropist, from his early life in the 1870s to his bitter recluse status post-Soviet Union. The film, praised for its visuals, depicts Taghiyev as a complex figure, both kind and fierce, but some critics argue it presents him more as a symbol than a fully realized character. Despite this, the movie offers a captivating glimpse into Azerbaijans history and national identity.
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