The Iraqi film "The President’s Cake" has achieved remarkable audience interest before its screening at the Amman International Film Festival, as all tickets for the scheduled screening were sold out.
The screening will be attended by the film’s director Hassan Hadi, giving audiences the opportunity to experience one of the most anticipated Iraqi cinematic works featured in the festival’s program.
The film presents a deeply human story set in Iraq during the 1990s, focusing on a young girl facing an unexpected challenge during a difficult historical period.
The story follows Lamyaa, a nine-year-old girl who finds herself responsible for preparing a birthday cake for the president. What appears to be a simple task quickly becomes an impossible mission due to the lack of ingredients and difficult living conditions during the years of sanctions.
As Lamyaa searches for the necessary ingredients, she relies on her intelligence and imagination while facing the fear of consequences if she fails.
Through the perspective of a child, the film explores how major political and social events affect ordinary people and shape their everyday lives.
Written and directed by Iraqi filmmaker Hassan Hadi, the film reflects his personal connection to Iraq and his interest in telling stories centered around memory, identity, and human experiences.
Hadi has built experience across journalism, production, and film education, developing a unique cinematic vision that combines emotional storytelling with social themes.
The Amman International Film Festival continues to provide a platform for Arab and international cinema, presenting carefully selected films from different genres and supporting new cinematic voices.
With its sold-out screening, "The President’s Cake" highlights the power of human stories and the ability of cinema to connect audiences with experiences beyond borders.
