'' Khan Asparuh '' ( ) is a 1981 three-part Bulgarian historical action and drama film telling the story of Khan Asparuh and the events around the founding of the medieval Bulgarian state in 681 AD . It was shot and released on the occasion of the 1300th anniversary of Bulgaria . The film was selected as the Bulgarian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 55th Academy Awards , but was not accepted as a nominee
55th Academy Awards
55th Academy Awards
Aszparuh