The President's Cake

1h 46m · 2025 · Directed by Hasan Hadi · 4.0 / 5 on Letterboxd

The President's Cake (2025) runs 1h 46m, directed by Hasan Hadi. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

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.

Genres: Drama

Where to watch: Netflix (US, checked 9 July 2026)