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Facing the Music: Eurovision in Azerbaijan

Facing the Music: Eurovision in Azerbaijan

Genres

Documentary

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It's one of the most corrupt countries in the world and widely criticised for its human rights record but this year Azerbaijan is hosting Eurovision - one of the most glitzy TV music competitions in the world.

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Budget

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

47 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

28 May 2012

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Mehdi Parpanchi

Mehdi Parpanchi

Self - Host

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