Union of Cinematographers established an award named after Rasim Ojagov
On Monday there was a meeting of the Union of Cinematographers, chaired by Rustam Ibrahimbekov, which established the Rasim Ojagov Prize.
Turan was told by the press service of the Union this annual award will be given for creative achievements to mature and young filmmakers. The first prize winners will be announced on August 2 – Cinema Day.
* Rasim Ojagov was a well-known Azerbaijani filmmaker and director (1933-2006). He started as a cinematographer and shot in the 1960-70s such films as: "Her great heart," "I'll dance," "In one southern city," "The most important interview," etc. Later he moved to directing and made such films as: "Birthday," "The Avenger from Gyanjabasar," "Interrogation," "Tahmina", "Air Temple," etc.-02D-
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- 10 July 2012 13:09
Culture
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