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The Color of Pomegranates is a 1969 Soviet film directed by Sergei Paradzhanov, which visually and poetically addresses the life of the 18th-century Armenian poet Sayat-Nova. The film is structured in chapters depicting stages of the poet's life, such as "Childhood," "Youth," "The Monastery," and "Death," with symbolic imagery and close dialogue. Sofiko Chiaureli plays multiple roles, both male and female.
Shot in historical sites in Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan, the film stands out for its aesthetic inspiration from Persian and Armenian miniatures. Paradzhanov uses imagery laden with symbolism, such as the red juice of a pomegranate, which evokes the blood and resilience of Armenian culture.
The film clashed with Soviet censorship due to its stylized style, religious references, and lack of a conventional narrative. Its original title, Sayat-Nová, was changed to The Color of Pomegranates, and references to the poet were eliminated from the initial version. Although initially restricted, the film is considered a masterpiece of art cinema.
Top notes: Pomegranate accord, blackcurrant, soapy note, citrus
Middle notes: Damascene rose essence, black pepper essence, elemi essence, frankincense and resin essence, white flowers
Base notes: White musk, guaiac wood, labdanum essence, sandalwood, costus oliffac.
