Nakhchivan: Swedish documentary filmmaker Mikael Silkeberg has commenced filming in Nakhchivan, as reported by APA. This marks Silkeberg’s third visit to the region, where he is creating a 40-minute film that presents Nakhchivan as an ancient cradle of human civilization. The film aims to portray the area as a living archive, capturing sites such as Alinja Castle, referred to as the ‘Machu Picchu of Azerbaijan,’ the historical urban environment of Ordubad, the unique Geysariyye complex, the Gamigaya rock carvings, and the sacred Ashabi-Kahf shrine.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Silkeberg’s new film, titled ‘Homeland Living in Memory,’ will also reflect on Nakhchivan’s rich intellectual and artistic heritage. His previous work, “Traces of Noah,” was well-received, having been screened in several countries, including those in Europe.
The documentary ‘Homeland Living in Memory’ is dedicated to the cultural heritage of Azerbaijanis who have faced forced displacement in the South Caucasus. It explores how culture continues to survive through memory, art, and traditions. Silkeberg emphasized Nakhchivan’s significance as a filming location due to its geographical and cultural ties. He noted a natural closeness between Scandinavia and this region, highlighting how landscape, memory, and identity are interconnected in both cultures.
Silkeberg’s film is part of a broader dialogue, serving as a cultural bridge between North and South, between Scandinavia and Azerbaijan. He hopes the documentary will offer an international audience insight into Azerbaijan through its culture, people, and human stories, beyond typical news reports.