- “Promise” (2016): This historical drama follows the love triangle between a medical student, an American journalist, and an Armenian artist during the final years of the Ottoman Empire. It sheds light on the Armenian Genocide and is known for its emotional portrayal of the events.
- “The Cut” (2014): Directed by Fatih Akin, this film tells the story of an Armenian blacksmith who survives the genocide and embarks on a journey to find his daughters. It explores themes of loss, identity, and the struggle for justice.
- “Ararat” (2002): Created by renowned Armenian-Canadian filmmaker Atom Egoyan, this drama delves into the complexities of historical truth, family relationships, and the lasting impact of the Armenian Genocide. It weaves multiple storylines, including the making of a film about the genocide.
- “Aram, Aram” (2015): Set in the Armenian-American community in Los Angeles, this coming-of-age drama follows an Armenian immigrant boy named Aram as he tries to navigate a new life while dealing with the influences of his troubled family background.
- “Song of the Armenian People” (1975): This Soviet musical drama depicts the life of the famous Armenian composer and folk ethnologist Komitas. It traces his journey, his love for Armenian music, and his struggle with mental health in the aftermath of the Armenian Genocide.
- “The Forty Days of Musa Dagh” by Franz Werfel: Published in 1933, this epic historical novel tells the gripping story of Armenian resistance against the Ottoman Empire during the Armenian Genocide. It follows the inhabitants of the mountainous Musa Dagh region who took a stand against their oppressors.
- “The Fool” by Raffi: Written in 1880, this classic Armenian novel explores the complexities of love, betrayal, and honor. It centres around the character of Arakel, a simple-minded yet kind-hearted villager who becomes entangled in a tragic love triangle.
- “Veronika decides to die” by Paulo Coelho: Though not entirely set in Armenia, this novel includes a significant portion set in Yerevan, the capital city. It follows the life of Veronika, a young woman who finds herself in a mental institution and embarks on a journey of self-discovery and liberation.
- “The Legend of the Forty-First” by Aksel Bakunts: This influential Armenian novella, published in 1934, explores the struggles of a soldier returning home from World War I. It delves into themes of trauma, disillusionment, and the impact of war on the individual and society.
- “Armenia, Armenia” by Grigoris Balakian: A memoir rather than a fictional novel, this powerful and haunting account recounts Balakian’s experiences during the Armenian Genocide. It provides a deeply personal perspective on the atrocities and their profound impact on Armenian society.
WANDERLIST: Armenia in books and on film
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