The film The Blue Brazili is currently captivating audiences in cinemas across Kurdistan. Set in Erbil during the 1990s, the film is inspired by several true stories and offers a compelling mix of action and crime rooted in the city’s past.
Director Mohammed Sherwani described the project as “a story we created ourselves,” explaining that while it is based on real events, the narrative was developed by the filmmakers to portray the atmosphere and challenges of that era.
The Blue Brazili has sparked widespread discussion among viewers and artists alike. Noted for its high production quality and storytelling, the film has set a new viewership record, according to Royal Cinema and Salem Bet. Before its theatrical release, the trailer alone garnered over 240,000 views on YouTube.
Within the first eight hours of screening, cinemas were packed, with audiences praising the film’s originality and its vivid portrayal of a defining period in Erbil’s history. Many have described it as a refreshing cinematic experience—creative, historically grounded, and reminiscent of the city’s golden age and simpler way of life.
The Blue Brazili is more than entertainment; it’s a cultural reflection that reconnects audiences with the past while setting a new standard for Kurdish cinema.
