What is The Selected One?
The Selected One is a 2008 film centered on a planned terrorist act directed against the state of Azerbaijan and its head of state. The plot follows the activities of Armenian special bodies as they organize an assassination attempt.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 24, 2008
- Original language
- AZ
- Origin
- Azerbaijan
- Studios
- Bakı Film
- Budget
- $400,000
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 0.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~92 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Bakı Film
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The Selected One is a 2008 film centered on a planned terrorist act directed against the state of Azerbaijan and its head of state. The plot follows the activities of Armenian special bodies as they organize an assassination attempt. The international terrorist Zorik Babayan, known for leading ethnic cleansing operations against Azerbaijanis in Karabakh, is tasked by the Armenian state to carry out the attack. Despite various operative measures taken to stop him, Babayan succeeds in traveling to Baku to execute his mission. The situation is further complicated by a group of traitors working within the country who attempt to interfere with efforts to neutralize the threat. In response to the escalating danger, General Ali Talibov is officially assigned the responsibility of preventing the terrorist attack. The narrative focuses on the conflict between the state security forces and the operatives attempting to destabilize the nation through this targeted violence. The film documents the high-stakes pursuit as General Talibov works to protect the head of state from the impending threat.
Should you watch it?
“A covert race to stop a terrorist plot threatens Azerbaijan’s leadership”
- Intense action sequences
- High‑stakes political intrigue
- Fast‑paced thriller
- Potentially one‑dimensional portrayal of conflict
- Production values reflect its 2008 budget
Watch it if you enjoy fast‑paced political action dramas.
The film contains violent conflict and intense political themes, suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the central threat in the film?
The central threat is a terrorist plot aimed at killing the head of state of Azerbaijan.
Who leads the terrorist operation?
International terrorist Zorik Babayan leads the operation.
Which character is tasked with stopping the attack?
General Ali Talibov is assigned to prevent the terrorist attack.
What genre does the movie belong to?
The movie is classified as an action, thriller, and adventure film.
Is the story based on real events?
The synopsis presents a fictional scenario involving Azerbaijani and Armenian forces; no claim of real events is provided.
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