AURORA’S SUNRISE

Director: INNA SHAKYAN

Time: 96’

Year of Production: 2022

Language: INGILÎZÎ

Subtitle: KURDÎ-TIRKÎ

Synopsis

 

Interviews with Aurora Mardiganian herself, storybook-style animation, and surviving footage from the silent epic ‘Auction of Souls’. This mostly-animated documentary revives a story about tragedy, survival, hope, and the endurable human spirit.

 

Biography

 

Inna Sahakyan a documentary film director and producer from Armenia, is known for her storytelling that unveils forgotten narratives and delves deep into the human experience. Her portfolio includes the critically acclaimed “The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia,” a portrayal of Armenian cultural heritage, and “Mel,” a compelling documentary shedding light on the journey of a transgender weightlifter from Armenia.