Ivan, Julia, Olga and Violetta Petrosyan inspired the film Between Borders, which premiered at the Armenian Film Festival in September 2024. The film is based on the real-life events of the Petrosyan family and their plight in Baku during the anti-Armenian pogroms in the late 1980s. The film portrays the family’s flight from Baku due to their Armenian ethnicity.
Between Borders is a poignant film that shows a family’s suffering as well as their inspiring resilience and dreams of finding h
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The gruesome pogroms by Azeris against Armenians and the rabid Armenophobia of the Azeris, which is taught to them from kindergarten onwards and by their media, is a carbon copy of Nazi Germany towards the Jews, and is a very stark reminder, why Arnenians cannot live among them and under their jurisdiction, yet very naive and ignorant ones entertain this crazy suicidal idea.
Between Borders captures a crucial and often-overlooked chapter of Armenian history, shedding light on the resilience of those affected by the anti-Armenian violence in Baku. This film serves as both a historical record and a testament to the strength of the Armenian community. It’s essential that stories like these are told, so future generations understand the pain endured by Armenian families and the importance of resilience in the face of persecution.
Thank you for shedding light !
Thank you for this powerful piece and for providing such great context and background to the movie “Between Borders,” which we can’t wait to see.
“Such a heartfelt and beautifully written piece! I’m so proud of my friend for bringing this story to life with such sensitivity and depth. Highlighting the incredible journey of another dear friend and her family makes this even more special—it’s a testament to their resilience and strength. Thank you for sharing their story and giving a voice to the experiences that should never be forgotten. This article is a gift to our community and a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving our history.”
Why are there no Armenian actors in this film?
Thanks to the Petrosyan’s family for sharing their family story! Also, thank you to the Pinnacle Peak Pictures, Story Light Productions, and Fathom Events. We cannot wait to watch this movie in January, 2025!
It appears that this family was already Orthodox Christians. It’s a shame that the Nazarenes proselytized them away from their Christian faith.