Past Editions

From the first edition to today. In its previous editions the festival has drawn entries from dozens of countries, affirming its commitment to supporting the next generation of filmmakers and fostering cultural dialogue through cinema.

  1. February 2025

    First Edition

    The launch in Baghdad, 19–22 February 2025, with wide Arab and international participation. Four days of screenings and meetings laid the foundation for Iraq’s first international film festival dedicated to youth cinema.

  2. April 2026

    Second Edition

    A bigger, broader edition under the slogan “Cinema Against War”, opening its doors to films about youth, society, identity and change. It opened with “The Voice of Hind Rajab” and saw a strong turnout for youth film screenings and the signing of the book “Cinema Against War”.

  3. April 2027

    Third Edition

    The story continues. The third edition takes place in Baghdad from 5 to 10 April 2027, and film submissions are open until 31 December 2026.

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