The Magic Gown


The Magic Gown is a 1964 Soviet fantasy comedy film directed by Alisattar Atakishiyev.

Plot

Set in the mid-20th century, the story follows a group of Azerbaijani Pioneer students preparing for the 40th anniversary of the Pioneer Organization in a renovated Shah Palace. Their adventure begins when a famous magician, Io-Kio, presents them with a magic gown that transports them through time, allowing them to experience both the past and the future.

About the film

  • The character Rəşid was voiced by Yusif Sheikhov in the Azerbaijani version of the film, as Azər Qurbanov, who played the role, is Russian-speaking.
  • Around 500-600 children auditioned for the roles of pioneers.
  • The film's soundtrack is the first film music composed by Arif Malikov.
  • A documentary titled "50 Years of Magic" was made about the film.
  • In 2014, the 50th anniversary of the film was celebrated.
  • The film was shot in the Maştağa settlement and the Old City of Baku, as well as in the village of Culyan in the Ismayilli region and in a studio in the capital of the Belarusian SSR, Minsk.

Cast

  • Rashid Mirzayev - main role - Azer Gurbanov
  • Zarifa - the main role - Solmaz Hatamova
  • Petya - the main role - Kolya Loginov
  • Eldar - main role - Yusif Sheikhov
  • Khan - Aliagha Aghayev
  • Io-Kio - Anatoly Falkovich
  • Mohsun Aghayev — Mohsun Sanani
  • Chief Vizier - Aghahussein Javadov
  • Referee - Ismail Osmanly
  • Vizier - Husseinagha Sadygov
  • Astrologer - Mammad Sadygov
  • Serdar — Afrasiyab Mammadov
  • The old man - Alekber Husseinzade
  • Merchant - Ali Khalilov
  • Merchant - Mammadsadyg Nuriyev
  • Commander - Bahadur Aliyev
  • Policeman - Talat Rahmanov
  • Treasurer - Mollagha Babirli
  • Teacher "in the future" - Lutfi Mammadbeyli
  • Sakina - Almaz Ahmedova
  • Sage - Nazim Mustafayev
  • Circus artist - Arif Madatov