Under the Same Sun (2020)
For more than a century, Azerbaijan and Armenia have been fighting over Nagorno-Karabakh, an autonomous region in Azerbaijan with an ethnic Armenian majority. With an empathetic ear to both sides, this film delicately unpacks the sensitive subject of ethnic nationalism in the South Caucasus. Using poetic visuals and a mesmerizing, immersive soundscape, Under the Same Sun introduces us to the viewpoints of writers, activists and everyday citizens. Through these interviews, the film raises an urgent and timely question: How does one retain a belief in universal human rights in the face of aggressive propaganda and increasing ethnic nationalism?
Director: François Jacob
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date: December 7, 2020
Screenplay
- Antoine Dion-Ortega (Screenplay)
- François Jacob (Screenplay)
Production: Les Films de L'Autre
Country: Azerbaijan, Canada
Language: English, Armenian, Azərbaycan, Pусский
Original Language: hy
More Films by Director: François Jacob
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Under the Same Sun about?
- For more than a century, Azerbaijan and Armenia have been fighting over Nagorno-Karabakh, an autonomous region in Azerbaijan with an ethnic Armenian majority. With an empathetic ear to both sides, this film delicately unpacks the sensitive subject of ethnic nationalism in the South Caucasus. Using poetic visuals and a mesmerizing, immersive soundscape, Under the Same Sun introduces us to the viewpoints of writers, activists and everyday citizens. Through these interviews, the film raises an urgent and timely question: How does one retain a belief in universal human rights in the face of aggressive propaganda and increasing ethnic nationalism?
- Who directed Under the Same Sun?
- Under the Same Sun was directed by François Jacob.
- How long is Under the Same Sun?
- Under the Same Sun has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is Under the Same Sun?
- Under the Same Sun is a Documentary film.
- Where was Under the Same Sun produced?
- Under the Same Sun was produced in Azerbaijan, Canada.