To the Sound of Legendary Hits: International Premiere of a Documentary About Gipsy Kings Takes Place in Monaco

An open-air screening, a live performance by the musicians, and hundreds of spectators: cinematographer Nana Nabiieva shared the atmosphere of the film’spresentation in Monte Carlo.

Early June traditionally turns Monaco into one of the brightest centers of social and sporting life. From June 5 to 7, the Principality hosted the Monaco Grand Prix, the sixth round of the Formula One World Championship. The legendary circuit winding through the narrow streets of Monte Carlo has long become not only a symbol of motorsport but also a gathering place for representatives of the art, film, and music industries.

It was during these days that Monte Carlo hosted the international premiere of a documentary dedicated to the world-renowned band Gipsy Kings. The project has already attracted considerable attention: in May 2026, the film reached the number one spot in Amazon MusicDocumentaries’ UK category.

One of the creators of the film is Ukrainian cinematographer Nana Nabiieva (Nana Nabi), who has been actively building an international career over the past nine years. According to her, the presentation in Monaco turned into a true celebration of music and cinema.

A special feature of the premiere was the presence of the Gipsy Kings themselves.

“We came to Monaco to hold an exclusive premiere of the documentary The Gipsy Kings. They were there as well and performed their greatest hits — about five or six songs. The audience received the film very warmly,” Nana Nabi said.

According to the cinematographer, the screening followed a format typical of summer events in Monaco.

“It was a large outdoor screen set up on a terrace. Around 200 people attended. Everyone enjoyed the film, and many danced when their favorite songs came on,” she shared.

The atmosphere of the event extended far beyond the venue itself.

“Since everything was taking place outdoors, we could see people stepping out onto their balconies to listen to the music and watch the film,” Nana Nabi recalled.

She said the evening in Monte Carlo felt like a major festival, where cinema became a reason to bring together people of different ages and cultures.

“People brought drinks, started dancing, and recorded everything they saw. There was a wonderful sense of community. People sang along and shouted out the lyrics. It was truly heartwarming to watch,” she said.

The audience warmly embraced not only the musical aspect of the film but also praised its visual style. Particular attention was paid to the cinematography.

“Industry experts noted that the film was shot in a highly original and talented way,” Nana Nabiieva said.

The Monaco Grand Prix has long evolved beyond a purely sporting event. Every year during race weekend, the Principality becomes a venue for exclusive screenings, presentations, and gatherings of leading figures from the international creative industries.

This year, one of those events was the premiere of The Gipsy Kings, a documentary dedicated to the legendary music group. For Ukrainian cinematographer Nana Nabi, the screening marked another milestone in her international career and served as further proof that Ukrainian professionals are increasingly making their mark on the global cultural scene.

The evening in Monte Carlo demonstrated that true cinema extends far beyond the screen. It has the power to create an atmosphere, unite people, and transform a premiere into an event that will be remembered long after the final chords of the Gipsy Kings’ legendary hits have faded away.