Union of Cinematographers to Celebrate National Cinema Day
Baku / 30.07.19 / Turan: On August 1, the Union of Cinematographers of Azerbaijan (UCA) will hold an event timed to the professional holiday of cinema workers - the National Cinema Day of Azerbaijan, which is celebrated on August 2.
At the event, the grand opening of the UCA Cinema House will take place, according to a press release from the UCA, received by Turan.
In addition, a film award ceremony will be held at the Azerbaijan Filmmakers Union. This year, awards were awarded to four representatives of the creative intelligentsia of Azerbaijan. The names of the laureates will be announced on July 31.
The evening will end with a festive concert.
The event will take place on August 1 at 18:00 at the address: Baku, 18 Hasan Seyidbeyli Street, Cinema House of the Union of Cinematographers of Azerbaijan.
Additional information and accreditation by e-mail: info@aki.az or by phone: (+99412) 497-19-10, (+99470) 335-03-05.
The accreditation is open until 6 p.m. on July 31, as it is noted in the press release. -02D-
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