
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.

as Lamia

as Saeed

as Bibi

as Jasim

as Muthanna

as Musa

as Majdi

as Rahma

as Izzat

as Hiyam

as Malik

as Saeed's Father

as Saeed's Mother

as Clothing Seller

as Bus Driver's Assistant

as Police Captain's Assistant

as Drawing Officer

as Truck Driver

as Nurse

as Singer

as Oud Musician

as Nay Musician

as Percussionist

as Watch Seller

as Cake Clerk

as Flour Worker

as Butcher