Shanghai, Baku 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 20 minutes
- Director
- Teymur Hajiyev
What is Shanghai, Baku?
Shanghai, Baku is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 20 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 2, 2016
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 0.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~20 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Shanghai, Baku is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A young filmmaker's accidental footage exposes hidden tensions in a Baku slum.”
- Sharp look at family dynamics in a marginalized community
- Authentic urban atmosphere of Baku’s slum
- Concise 20‑minute runtime makes it easily digestible
- Brief length may limit character development
- Intimate scene may be uncomfortable for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate raw, character‑driven stories set in lesser‑known locales.
The film includes a brief intimate scene and portrays a harsh slum environment, making it more suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the protagonist of the film?
Samir, an amateur filmmaker, is the central character.
What is "Shanghai" in the story?
It is the name of the slum where Samir and his family live, near downtown Baku.
Where does the film take place?
The narrative is set in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.
What incident triggers the film’s conflict?
Samir accidentally records his sister Roza being intimate with her boyfriend.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
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