Banu
Synopsis
While the Second Nagorno-Karabakh war rages on far away from Baku, Azerbaijan, Banu has four days to find someone to support her in court against her influential soon to be ex-husband, Javid. He is trying to get full custody of their son Ruslan by claiming that Banu suffers from psychiatric issues. Banu embarks on a journey to find someone to help her in a society in which everyone’s attention is preoccupied with the ongoing war.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Biennale College Cinema 2022 - Banu (trailer)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-08-23
Top Cast
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Tahmina Rafaella
Banu
Melek Abbaszade
Mahira
Zaur Shafiyev
Javid
Jafar Hasan
Taleh
Kabira Hashimli
Farida
Emin Asgarov
Ruslan
Zemfira Abdulsamadova
Kamala
Nurlan Agayev
Young Soldier
Hajar Agayeva
Leyla
Gulnigar Ahmadova
Refugee
Anar Almazov
Traffic Policeman
Huseyn Babayev
Rufat
Zeynab Islamova
Young Lady
Salam Ismayil
Refugee
Kamala Israfilova
Rashida
Sabina Mammadova
Kindergarten Receptionist
Tofig Musayev
Fuad
Melisa Noi Oskui
Aysha
Release History & Theatrical Window
Malaysia International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tahmina Rafaella
- Screenplay & Story
- Tahmina Rafaella
- Original Title
- Banu
- Country of Origin
- Azerbaijan, France
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, Azerbaijani
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Noori Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tahmina Rafaella
Tahmina Rafaella
Touraj Aslani
Mastane Mohajer
Katayoon Shahabi
Department Leadership Roster
Tahmina Rafaella
Director
Tahmina Rafaella
Writer
Touraj Aslani
Director of Photography
Mastane Mohajer
Editor
Katayoon Shahabi
Producer
Sabuhi Atababayev
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Banu
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What is Banu about?
While the Second Nagorno-Karabakh war rages on far away from Baku, Azerbaijan, Banu has four days to find someone to support her in court against her influential soon to be ex-husband, Javid. He is trying to get full custody of their son Ruslan by claiming that Banu suffers from psychiatric issues. Banu embarks on a journey to find someone to help her in a society in which everyone’s attention is preoccupied with the ongoing war.
Who directed Banu?
Banu was directed by Tahmina Rafaella.
Who stars in Banu?
The principal cast of Banu includes Tahmina Rafaella, Melek Abbaszade, Zaur Shafiyev, Jafar Hasan, Kabira Hashimli.
When was Banu released and how long is it?
Banu was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.