Sevil(1970)
Sevil Synopsis
The film takes place in Baku in 1918-19 and then several years later. The film is based on the opera of the same name by Fikret Amirov. Sevil became the first film opera in the history of Azerbaijani cinema.
Sevil (1970) is a drama, music and romance film directed by Vladimir Gorikker, released on July 8, 1970 with a runtime of 1h 25m. It stars Valentina Aslanova, Hasan Mammadov, Zemfira Ismailova and Safura Ibrahimova.
- Director:
- Vladimir Gorikker
- Writers:
- Jafar Jabbarli, Fikrat Amirov, Vladimir Gorikker
- Cinematographer:
- Rasim Ismailov
- Production:
- Azerbaijanfilm
- Status:
- Released
Sevil Cast & Crew
Main cast
Valentina Aslanova
as Sevil
Hasan Mammadov
as Balash
- Zemfira Ismailova
Zemfira Ismailova
as Gulush
Safura Ibrahimova
as Dilbar
Gamlet Kurbanov
as Abdulali bey
Mammadsadiq Nuriyev
as Mammadali bey
Hasanagha Turabov
as Rustamov
Rza Afganli
as Atakishi
Aga-Rza Kuliyev
as Babakishi
Leyla Badirbayli
as Tafta
- Insaf Mammadova
Insaf Mammadova
as Sevil's Daughter
- Firuza Alikhanova
Firuza Alikhanova
Key crew
Directed by Vladimir Gorikker, written by Jafar Jabbarli, Fikrat Amirov and Vladimir Gorikker.
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Sevil – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Sevil online?
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Who stars in Sevil?
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The main cast of Sevil (1970) includes Valentina Aslanova, Hasan Mammadov, Zemfira Ismailova, Safura Ibrahimova and Gamlet Kurbanov. The film was directed by Vladimir Gorikker. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Sevil released?
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Sevil was released on July 8, 1970 and runs for 1h 25m.