Film 1969
The Color of Pomegranates
A poet's life told through images and rituals
- Country collection
- Armenia
- Original title
- Նռան գույնը
- Director
- Sergei Parajanov
- Running time
- 78 min
- Year
- 1969
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Story, without spoilers
The world of eighteenth century poet Sayat-Nova unfolds through childhood, desire, devotion and mortality. Objects, gestures and carefully arranged scenes carry the story, inviting viewers to follow the poet's inner life through images and music.
Context & recognition
Sergei Parajanov's 1969 film belongs to Soviet Armenian cinema. Sofiko Chiaureli plays several figures in this portrait rooted in Armenian art and culture.