Taghiyev: School (2026)

Taghiyev: School (2026) poster

August 1922. Jerry Thompson, filled with respect, prepares to hear Haji’s story. May 1901. Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev works on opening the first school for Muslim girls in Baku, with support from his wife Sona. Cleric Akhund Abu Ziyad opposes the idea, sparking public debate. Reformers — Hasan bey Zardabi, Alimardan bey Topchibashev, Ahmed bey Agaev, and progressive clergy led by Mirza Abuturab — support education. The conflict escalates to attacks on teachers. Haji changes strategy and sends a representative abroad. He returns with approvals from major Islamic centers, confirming girls’ right to education. Victory is Haji’s. In October 1901, the school opens.

Director: Zaur Qasımlı
Genre: History, Drama
Runtime: 105 min
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Original Language: az

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taghiyev: School about?
August 1922. Jerry Thompson, filled with respect, prepares to hear Haji’s story. May 1901. Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev works on opening the first school for Muslim girls in Baku, with support from his wife Sona. Cleric Akhund Abu Ziyad opposes the idea, sparking public debate. Reformers — Hasan bey Zardabi, Alimardan bey Topchibashev, Ahmed bey Agaev, and progressive clergy led by Mirza Abuturab — support education. The conflict escalates to attacks on teachers. Haji changes strategy and sends a representative abroad. He returns with approvals from major Islamic centers, confirming girls’ right to education. Victory is Haji’s. In October 1901, the school opens.
Who directed Taghiyev: School?
Taghiyev: School was directed by Zaur Qasımlı.
Who stars in Taghiyev: School?
Taghiyev: School stars Pərviz Məmmədrzayev, Gurban Ismailov, Rasim Cəfər, Elşən Rüstəmov, Natəvan Hacıyeva, Manaf Dadaşov.
How long is Taghiyev: School?
Taghiyev: School has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
What genre is Taghiyev: School?
Taghiyev: School is a History, Drama film.