Bars Media, established in 1993, stands as one of the pioneering independent documentary studios in Armenia. Our films have been released in theaters across Europe and the U.S., earning accolades at renowned festivals such as Tribeca, IDFA, Movies that Matter, Annecy International Animation Film Festival, and more. Additionally, they've been broadcasted on esteemed international channels like BBC, ARTE, PBS, NHK, among others. Notable among our award-winning productions are "A Story of People in War and Peace," "The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia," and "One, Two, Three."
Our recent film, the animated documentary "Aurora's Sunrise,” was Armenia’s Official Selection for the 95th Academy Awards. It has won over 20 awards, including the Grand Prix at FIFDH - International Film Festival and Forum on Human Rights in Geneva, Best Documentary at MiradasDoc, and the Audience Award at Movies that Matter.
Specializing in filming within conflict zones worldwide, our ongoing projects include compelling narratives from Syria, Sudan, and Afghanistan. Within Armenia, we collaborate closely with national Public TV, resulting in acclaimed documentary series such as "Mysteries of Armenia" and "The Road."
Armenia's most beloved weightlifter becomes the country's biggest shame when he comes out as transgender. It cost Mel his fame, his fortune, his family, and even his homeland. Today, under asylum in the Netherlands, his dream of gender transition is finally within reach - but how much must he sacrifice for it?
Armenia's most beloved weightlifter becomes the country's biggest shame when he comes out as transgender. It cost Mel his fame, his fortune, his family, and even his homeland. Today, under asylum in the Netherlands, his dream of gender transition is finally within reach - but how much must he sac...
