The President's Cake

Hasan Hadi

20251h 46mEnglish
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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.

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Drama

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Awards Dominance

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  • Caméra d'or
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2025

Cannes Film Festival

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Caméra d'or

THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE

2025
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