Embassy of Azerbaijan in Germany Hosts Azerbaijani Film Days in Berlin
Embassy of Azerbaijan in Germany co-organised Azerbaijani Film Days in Berlin
February 23rd, 2026
Azerbaijani Film Days were held in Berlin through the joint organization of the Azerbaijan Film Agency operating under the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Federal Republic of Germany, and the Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Berlin. The event aimed to present Azerbaijani cinema to international audiences and to promote cultural exchange.
At the opening ceremony, Acting Director of the Azerbaijan Cultural Center, Isa Mammadov, addressed participants and provided information about the purpose of the event. He highlighted its importance in promoting Azerbaijani cinema internationally and strengthening intercultural dialogue.
People’s Artist Mehriban Zaki spoke about the achievements of Azerbaijani cinema in recent years and emphasized the significance of engaging contemporary film works with global audiences. She noted the growing international interest in Azerbaijani cultural and artistic production.
As part of the programme, the film Dance of Victory was screened. The film’s author and Executive Director of the “Adibin Evi” Literature Support Foundation, Shafag Mehraliyeva, underlined the importance of beginning the film’s international screenings in Berlin. Following the screening, a networking reception was held to facilitate professional exchange among participants.
The Azerbaijani Film Days in Berlin contributed to strengthening cultural cooperation, enhancing the international visibility of Azerbaijani cinema, and fostering dialogue between cultural communities.
