1990s. International sanctions against Iraq have resulted in soaring prices, food shortages and hardship for most citizens. Despite this, Saddam Hussein declares that every Iraqi must mark his birthday with a cake.
Nine-year-old Lamia is selected in a lottery at school for the “honour” of making her class’ cake . Accompanied by her grandmother Bibi and pet rooster Hindi, Lamia must travel from their remote village to the city to source the precious ingredients.
Told from a child’s viewpoint and using largely non-professional actors, Hadi’s impressive first feature uses a simple story that mixes moments of drama and comedy to provide a poignant snap-shot of life under this politically oppressed regime.
Cert 12A | Arabic with English subtitles
Tickets €12 / €10
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