Title: The President’s Cake
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Hasan Hadi
Written by: Hasan Hadi
Starring: Baneen Ahmed Nayyef, Waheeda Thabet, and Sajad Mohamad Qasem
Release Date: 2/27/2026
Running Time: 105 minutes
What did you think of this film?
While people across 1990s Iraq struggle to survive the war and food shortages, the President requires each school in the country to prepare a cake to celebrate his birthday. Despite her efforts to avoid getting picked, 9-year-old Lamia is chosen among her classmates. The young girl must now use her wits and imagination to gather ingredients and prepare the mandatory cake.
Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No
Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No
Memoriam:
In the memory of Jedi and Didi
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