EXAMPLES OF WORLD LITERATURE IN AZERBAIJANI ANIMATION CINEMA

Azerbaijani animation cinema, from its inception, has placed considerable emphasis on the adaptation of literary works.In addition to local examples of oral folk literature and written texts, works from world literature have periodically attracted the attention of animation creators.Azerbaijani animators have engaged with both the written and oral folk literary traditions of the peoples of the former USSR as well as other global cultures.In doing so, they have contributed to the enrichment and diversification of Azerbaijani animation cinema.The exchange of cultural experiences and the incorporation of literary elements from other nations have their roots in the oral traditions of the people.The characters, symbols, and motifs found in the myths and folktales of one culture are frequently reflected in the myths of another, albeit in different forms.This ancient tradition of cultural exchange has subsequently been integrated into written texts and other artistic expressions.This article posits that animation cinema is particularly rooted in these "traditions of sharing," emphasizing that animation provides ample opportunities to draw from both oral and written literary works of various cultures.Azerbaijani animators, by referencing the folktales of Eastern peoples, as well as Arabic, Turkish, Russian, Japanese, and European literary traditions, have produced a diverse array of fascinating films.Common themes such as patriotism, humanism, secularism, and peace pervade the adapted works, suggesting that the chosen texts were not arbitrarily selected.The article explores the interconnections between Azerbaijani animation cinema and world oral and written literature, with particular focus on films inspired by the folk tales of diverse nations and the works of prominent foreign writers.Through the analysis of specific Azerbaijani animated films, the author underscores the significant role of foreign literature in the development of national animation cinema, and stresses the importance of preserving these connections in the future.