The Return of the Projectionist (2024)

The Return of the Projectionist (2024) poster

There may be a 50-year age difference between Samid and Ayaz, but they share a passion for film. Both are brimming with ideas to revive the cinema in their village in the hills of Azerbaijan. Once the long-awaited Holy Grail – a projector bulb – arrives after many months, the cinema is packed out with locals... But will the magic work?

Director: Orkhan Aghazadeh
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 88 min
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Production: Kidam, Lichtblick Film, Alhambra Studios, ZDF, ARTE
Country: France, Azerbaijan
Language: Azərbaycan, Pусский
Original Language: az

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Return of the Projectionist about?
There may be a 50-year age difference between Samid and Ayaz, but they share a passion for film. Both are brimming with ideas to revive the cinema in their village in the hills of Azerbaijan. Once the long-awaited Holy Grail – a projector bulb – arrives after many months, the cinema is packed out with locals... But will the magic work?
Who directed The Return of the Projectionist?
The Return of the Projectionist was directed by Orkhan Aghazadeh.
How long is The Return of the Projectionist?
The Return of the Projectionist has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
What genre is The Return of the Projectionist?
The Return of the Projectionist is a Documentary film.
Where was The Return of the Projectionist produced?
The Return of the Projectionist was produced in France, Azerbaijan.