- “Ali and Nino” (2016), a romantic drama set in Baku, based on the novel of the same name by Kurban Said.
- “The Precinct” (2009), a crime thriller set in a remote village near the border with Russia.
- “Ali and Nino” by Kurban Said: This classic love story explores the cultural differences and challenges between a Muslim Azerbaijani boy named Ali and a Christian Georgian girl named Nino.
- “The Oilman and the Sea” by Mahir Ibrahimov: This historical fiction novel delves into the oil boom in Azerbaijan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on the struggles and triumphs of oilman Huseyn Javid.
- “Diamond Mountains” by Elchin Safarli: This contemporary novel tells the story of Sultanali, a prominent businessman from Baku who embarks on a journey to the Caucasus Mountains and reflects on his life and priorities.
- “Chasing the Wind” by Mir Jalal: Set during the Soviet era, this novel follows the life of Kamal, a young Azerbaijani poet torn between his passion for literature and the political turmoil of the time.
- “The Tale of Shah Ismail” by Mohammad Hossein Shahriar: This epic poem recounts the life of Shah Ismail, the founder of the Safavid dynasty, and explores his rise to power and his efforts to establish a unified Azerbaijan.
WANDERLIST: Azerbaijan in books and on film
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