Facing the Music: Eurovision in Azerbaijan

May 28, 2012

0h 47m

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Overview

It's one of the most corrupt countries in the world and widely criticised for its human rights record but this year Azerbaijan is hosting Eurovision - one of the most glitzy TV music competitions in the world.

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Documentary

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BBC

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Self - Host

Mehdi Parpanchi

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Facing the Music: Eurovision in Azerbaijan

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