The President's Cake
2026
While people across 1990s Iraq struggle to survive the war and food shortages, Saddam Hussein 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 for the mandatory cake or face the consequences.
Director:
Hasan Hadi
Writers:
Hasan Hadi
Awards:
2 nominations total
Production:
Hasan Hadi
Country:
Iraq, United States
