The Shadows are Crawling
Originally released in 1958. The Shadows are Crawling is a drama/action film. directed by Shua Sheykhov. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ismail Daghistanli, Alasgar Alakbarov, and Ali Zeynalov
Synopsis
Young scientist Jamal Zakhidov is convinced that the ruins of the ancient city of Aran are located in Azerbaijan. Zakhidov is seeking to organize an expedition to the area where he believes Aran is located. Zahidov's friend, a young archaeologist named Jalil, is also well versed in geology. He believes that the rocks he accidentally found at the foot of Gyzyl-Gaya contain valuable materials. But Imam-zade, a secret agent of a foreign intelligence service, steals these samples. The expedition members meet an old man named Murtaz. The old man recognizes Imam-zade as the son of Suleiman-bek, the former ruler of these lands, who killed geologist Karimov, who was conducting research here in 1920. Realizing that he has been exposed, Imam-zade blows up the cave in an attempt to destroy the expedition. But the locals rescue the expedition members. Imam-zade is detained by MGB officers. Uranium is found in the rocks discovered by Jalil at the excavation site...
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 26, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
AZ
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AZ
Production Companies
- Azerbaijanfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shadows are Crawling about?
Young scientist Jamal Zakhidov is convinced that the ruins of the ancient city of Aran are located in Azerbaijan. Zakhidov is seeking to organize an expedition to the area where he believes Aran is...
Who directed The Shadows are Crawling?
The Shadows are Crawling was directed by Shua Sheykhov.
How long is The Shadows are Crawling?
The Shadows are Crawling has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was The Shadows are Crawling released?
The Shadows are Crawling was released on September 26, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shadows are Crawling?
The main cast of The Shadows are Crawling includes Ismail Daghistanli, Alasgar Alakbarov, Ali Zeynalov, Mohsun Sanani, Leyla Badirbayli.