The 40th Door movie poster

The 40th Door

February 25, 2009 1h 22m

Originally released in 2009. The 40th Door is a drama film. directed by Elchin Guliyev. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Hasan Safarov, Rovshan Agayev, and Gular Nabiyeva

Synopsis

Fourteen-year-old Rustam lives with his mother in a village; his father was killed by the Russian mafia. After his father's death, Rustam tries to provide for himself and his mother without resorting to illegal money-making schemes. But his dream is to join a music band. The title of the film refers to an Azerbaijani fairy tale about saving a princess from a house with 40 doors; no one has succeeded in opening the last door, and thus its secret remains hidden. The villagers have named their village the 40th door as well.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 25, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
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Language AZ Original language
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Country Azerbaijan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
AZ

Production Companies

  • Rhythm Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The 40th Door about?

Fourteen-year-old Rustam lives with his mother in a village; his father was killed by the Russian mafia. After his father's death, Rustam tries to provide for himself and his mother without resorti...

Who directed The 40th Door?

The 40th Door was directed by Elchin Guliyev.

How long is The 40th Door?

The 40th Door has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was The 40th Door released?

The 40th Door was released on February 25, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The 40th Door?

The main cast of The 40th Door includes Hasan Safarov, Rovshan Agayev, Gular Nabiyeva, Elmira Shabanova, Rafig Azimov.