Ali and Nino
“While the world was falling apart, they were falling in love.”
Synopsis
Muslim prince Ali and Georgian aristocrat Nino have grown up in the Russian province of Azerbaijan. Their tragic love story sees the outbreak of the First World War and the world’s struggle for Baku’s oil. Ultimately they must choose to fight for their country’s independence or for each other.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Ali and Nino - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-11-18
Top Cast
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Adam Bakri
Ali Khan Shirvanshir
María Valverde
Nino Kipiani
Connie Nielsen
Duchess Kipiani
Mandy Patinkin
Duke Kipiani
Numan Acar
Seyid Mustafa
Riccardo Scamarcio
Malik Nakhararyan
Homayoun Ershadi
Safar Khan Shirvanshir
Halit Ergenç
Fatali Khan Khoyski
Fakhraddin Manafov
Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev
Nigar Gulahmadova
Sona Taghiyeva
Parviz Gurbanov
Musa Naghiyev
Deniz Tajeddin
Nino's Friend
Khumar Salimova
Nino's Friend
Mehriban Zaki
Sultan Khanim
Parviz Mammadrzayev
Gochu
Jovdat Shukurov
Russian Officer
Eran Anjel
Czarist Officer
Assaad Bouab
Ilyas
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 27, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 13, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Asif Kapadia
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Hampton, Kurban Said
- Original Score
- Dario Marianelli
- Original Title
- Ali and Nino
- Country of Origin
- Azerbaijan, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Azerbaijani, English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- PeaPie Films, AZ Celtic Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Asif Kapadia
Christopher Hampton, Kurban Said
Dario Marianelli
Gökhan Tiryaki
Alexander Berner
Kris Thykier, Mairi Bett, Leyla Aliyeva
Department Leadership Roster
Asif Kapadia
Director
Christopher Hampton
Writer
Alexander Berner
Editor
Gökhan Tiryaki
Director of Photography
Carlos Conti
Production Design
Michele Clapton
Costume Design
Kris Thykier
Producer
Dario Marianelli
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ali and Nino
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What is Ali and Nino about?
Muslim prince Ali and Georgian aristocrat Nino have grown up in the Russian province of Azerbaijan. Their tragic love story sees the outbreak of the First World War and the world’s struggle for Baku’s oil. Ultimately they must choose to fight for their country’s independence or for each other.
Who directed Ali and Nino?
Ali and Nino was directed by Asif Kapadia.
Who stars in Ali and Nino?
The principal cast of Ali and Nino includes Adam Bakri, María Valverde, Connie Nielsen, Mandy Patinkin, Numan Acar.
When was Ali and Nino released and how long is it?
Ali and Nino was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Ali and Nino?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ali and Nino was composed by Dario Marianelli.
Is Ali and Nino based on a book or true story?
Ali and Nino is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Kurban Said".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ali and Nino?
Ali and Nino holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).